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Pool
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker
Dining
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 885 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Lake view
    Lake viewLake view

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
San Ramón, Alajuela
  • Popular LocationPuentes Colgantes del Arenal11 min walk
  • Popular LocationArenal Adventure World18 min walk
  • Popular LocationLa Fortuna Waterfall9 min drive

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About the area

La Fortuna

At this holiday home you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Arenal Adventure World and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, free WiFi and a Smart TV. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a dining area and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge and a microwave. A coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Barrio Pilo holiday home include Baldi Hot Springs and Los Lagos Hot Springs.
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What's nearby

  • Puentes Colgantes del Arenal - 11 min walk
  • Arenal Adventure World - 18 min walk
  • Ecotermales Fortuna - 7 min drive
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 9 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lava Lounge Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chocolate Fusión - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Arábigos Coffee House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Nanku - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Santuario De Ranas, Valle Azul

Viva una experiencia mágica, a tan solo 30 minutos de Volcán Arenal, y la Catarata Fortuna, como también a 60 minutos de Bajos del Toro, lugar de cataratas.
En su estadía podrá disfrutar de un lugar de Bosque con lagos, donde habitan diferentes especies de ranas, aves, oso perezoso dos y tres dedos, más otros animales de la zona. Riqueza de Flora y un espectacular paisaje escénico de atractivo completamente natural.

Así como los animales domésticos y agricultura de nuestra cultura costarricense.

Property manager

Maricel Vargas

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 915 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

Does Santuario De Ranas, Valle Azul have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Santuario De Ranas, Valle Azul?

As of 2 Jul 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santuario De Ranas, Valle Azul on 7 Jul 2024 start from NZ$224.90, 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.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Santuario De Ranas, Valle Azul?

No, Santuario De Ranas, Valle Azul does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Santuario De Ranas, Valle Azul?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Santuario De Ranas, Valle Azul?

No, pets are not allowed.

Santuario De Ranas, Valle Azul Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Grace G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best VRBO experience ever!
Beautiful house clean & well equipped, nestled in tropical rain forest, stream, pond and birds. The kindness, thoughtfulness and availability of host family is outstanding (they even came to find us when we were lost the first night). Sharing breakfast with the family in an outdoor kitchen was an unparalleled experience. Thank you for being such generous and gracious hosts and for your environmental awareness.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A hidden gem
What a great find! This little oasis is like a mini nature preserve with its own nature trails, ponds with really cool frogs, birds, fruit trees and an abundance of native plants and trees. The family live on the property and add a fabulous Tico experience with their hospitality of breakfast in their outdoor kitchen, nature walks, and fire side chats. Spending time with the family was one of our favorite memories of our trip to Costa Rica. We definitely could have stayed longer. It is about 30-40 minutes to most of the tours in La Fortuna so be mindful of this when planning your adventures.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Costa Rica vacation
The best thing was the host and her family wonderful people who are passionate about the flora and fauna and share that passion with their guest. The grounds around the house are beautifully kept and have all kinds of wildlife there. The son Jefferson will take you on a night frog tour which was awesome and very informative. The house was very clean and good for a large group. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

William G., Elk River, MN USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Like being part of the family in a rainforest paradise
This property is stunning... even better in person than it appears in the listing. It feels like authentic Costa Rica... surrounded by lush jungle. The beautiful original art was all painted by a family member. The best part of this rental, however, is the people... They made us feel completely at home in their beautiful home. They cooked us Tico breakfast in their open-air kitchen. They showed us around their gorgeous property. They taught us about the medicinal plants they are cultivating. They cut open coconuts for us. They let us hold the exotic frogs they are working to protect. They taught us about their history... They made us feel like family. We love them and can't wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Spencer P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highlight of our trip
We only stayed at this property one night, but wish we had stayed longer. Staying here was one of the highlights of our entire trip to Costa Rica. The house is amazing- clean, beautiful (with handcrafted carpentry work and painted walls). The property that the house is located on is beautiful. The hosts are some of the nicest people that we’ve met on our trip. The gave us a free night tour of their property and showed us the amazing frogs that they have. We even got to hold one of the ones with 7 colors. For an additional cost, we got to eat an amazing Costa Rican breakfast with them in their outdoor kitchen and dining room. If you are hesitant to book this location, don’t be. It’s amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Connie K.

Not in La Fortuna.
I am going to be very honest here. I don't enjoy leaving a bad review, but this needs to be addressed. First of all, it is a good 45-minute drive to and from La Fortuna. The check-in was pleasant enough. We did check in late and really got lost. Somehow, we had the wrong address. We had brought food to prepare the following day. The kitchen is not a place where you want to prepare any cooking The stove looked like it was 30 years old, absolute disgusting. The coffee machine hadn't been thoroughly cleaned, I had to wash and rinse the inside about 5 times to get it cleaned properly They had a mixer in the kitchen that I wouldn't dare use. The bottom was so dirty, we tried to unscrew it, and it would even come apart. They have no hot water in the kitchen, so we had to wash all our dinner ware, including the very old pots and pans in cold water. The house is nice, but the bathrooms also really need an upgrade. very old. The house sits right off the main road, so it was extremely noisy to say the least. At night we heard a couple of dogs barking constantly. So very annoying. We also had no drawers to put our clothes in, but when I mentioned it to the owner who lives next door, they did provide us with a rack and some hangers. I was definitely unhappy Our stay was to be 7 days, but we left 2 days earlier. If you don't mind the Noice, barking of dogs and don't care to cook at all, then this place is Ok.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Tropical Oasis
This family made our whole trip!! They were so kind and generous, left us cacao fruit, coffee and pastries when we arrived. Jefferson took us on an amazing night tour and showed us the nocturnal frogs on the property. Then his sister took us through all of the various fruit trees and we got to drink coconut water from coconuts and eat fresh sugarcane. It was an amazing experience and we really enjoyed spending time with their family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property!
My family and I had an amazing time here. Maricel and her family were phenomenal hosts, very welcoming and helpful. The property is stunning- we saw so many birds, frogs, fish, etc. right outside our windows. There was plenty of room for all 5 of us as well, and the house had everything we needed. It was a little farther to La Fortuna than I realized, but that’s on me for not checking the map beforehand. It was an easy drive but took about 30-40 minutes to get there. Overall we had a great time and would definitely recommend this location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property with a wonderful tour
This was a wonderful stay for our family. We only stayed one night and it was quite a drive from where we originally came from- we wish we stayed two. But the night tour with Jefferson to see the animals and all the plants was amazing, as was the morning tour. Such a gift to have my children have some experience with a family in Costa Rica. Most of the communication needed to be interpreted through my husband as the host family speaks Spanish and we were English only. However it was still such a welcoming place, very clean. Things to note- I believe the host provides breakfast for stays longer than one day- but this would be important to clarify beforehand. It would be best to arrive before dark as it was a little challenging to find the right place at night. There are sodas and grocery stores nearby for needed items. The lake filled with fish was so fun, the frogs were beautiful, the love of the land by the family was such a great experience for my family.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ira M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A slice of paradise
Who would have know that just off the main street there was a garden oasis about half way between San Ramon and La Fortuna. The Hostess, Maricel, her husband and son were wonderful hosts. They made breakfast for us each day, and we got to practice our Spanish and they their English. It was so peaceful! We got a nighttime tour to see frogs and nocturnal animals. All in all, we would do it again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise Perfection
We absolutely loved this little piece of paradise. It is about 30 minutes South of La Fortuna in a perfectly quiet and relaxing area. The house was well appointed with the necessities. The kitchen had a coffee pot but we enjoyed using the 2 Costa Rican pour over coffee maker systems. They had a little coffee and sugar for our stay. The master bedroom had a queen bed, twin and crib. It also had an AC. There was a private bathroom too. There was one room with a twin bunk and a twin bed which slept 3. The other bedroom had 1 queen/full. There was another bathroom for secondary bedrooms. The best part - the owner’s son gave us a tour of the farm land one morning. We loved it. We enjoyed fresh coconut water, star fruit, and saw the most amazing frogs. Definitely a must stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
House is beautiful. If your a birder or nature lover its a paradise. Frogs everywhere. Gardens were stunning. Host lives next door, And made us a wonderful breakfast. Ill be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

FELIX J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful well maintained property for nature lovers.
Beautifully maintained property and amazing hospitality Mrs. Maricel made us authentic breakfast everything fresh.This is for someone loves the nature explore true the Costa Rica.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Authentic and lovely Costa Rica host, home, food and nature!
Ditto to other reviewers - The standout of our 2 night stay was the absolutely gorgeous property (more than a garden) and the warmth of the host/owner. The perks of a nighttime walk by moon light/flashlight around the property as well as the delicious local breakfast served in Marisel’s outdoor kitchen made this visit memorable! The house is spacious, as described, with great Wi-Fi, and two smart TVs. Very clean; suited our needs. My fault, but I did not notice how far from La Fortuna we’d be (30 min drive) however, it gave us the opportunity to enjoy a very nice drive through Costa Rica towns and see the land. The road is good, a few potholes, but definitely better than the gravel and dirt roads that are common. Our kind hostess, Marisel, give us tips on a local, hot/warm springs place right up the road which we enjoyed. We had some great conversations about Costa Rica, that particular area, and their interesting life during breakfast. Her grown son, Jefferson, took his time to show us many varieties of frogs and birds and sample seven types fruit on the evening walk. Memories were made on this trip, we were only there two days, if I had the opportunity, I would love to spend more time at this property! (The driveway to the home is a simple one, barely the width of a car; we found it ok… GPS was accurate. Note: in no way were the hosts intrusive. Her house is a separate driveway and we did not see them other than the scheduled walk and meal! Hope to return someday.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the hosts, night hike around the property, local home made breakfast. Modern functional house with Wi-Fi. For those looking for creature comfort, it is a bit more rustic, AC only in master area. We loved the visit would go again. Nice outdoor spaces.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an excellent time at this location. The house was clean, spacious and private. Maricel and her family were excellent hosts that were extremely accommodating. I loved that this property has a patch of rainforest with plenty of wildlife to observe; it made the stay that much more enjoyable.

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, even better host; Gran casa, incluso mejor anfitriona;
The house was spacious, with many beds and a nice living room space. There is a large garden on the property you can walk around and see many plants and animals. Maricel was such a lovely host, she cooked us a traditional breakfast one day, giving us recommendations of things to do in the area -- definitely recommend making a trip to Las Cataratas Toro. Her and her son also took us on a night walk of the garden, pointing out all the different animals and plants on the property, cutting down coconuts for us to drink, cutting down sugar cane for us to try, it was really special. I highly recommend staying with Maricel if you have the chance! La casa era espaciosa, con muchas camas y una agradable sala de estar. Hay un gran jardín en la propiedad por el que puede caminar y ver muchas plantas y animales. Maricel fue una anfitriona encantadora, nos preparó un desayuno tradicional un día y nos dio recomendaciones de cosas que hacer en el área; definitivamente recomiendo hacer un viaje a Las Cataratas Toro. Ella y su hijo también nos llevaron a dar un paseo nocturno por el jardín, señalando todos los diferentes animales y plantas en la propiedad, cortando cocos para que bebiéramos, cortando caña de azúcar para que probáramos, fue realmente especial. ¡Recomiendo encarecidamente quedarse con Maricel si tienes la oportunidad!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visite de la région de l'arenal
Un peu loin du volcan mais un merveilleux endroit avec beaucoup d'activité pour tous. Pour les amateurs de la nature le site est exceptionnel avec plusieurs espèces de grenouilles et une panoplie de flore et faune La visite nocturne des jardins vaut le détour. Les hôtes sont génial. Merci beaucoup pour votre accueille.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023