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Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area.

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis
Indoor pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 20437 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available

About this property

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

Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area.

Come stay at the rental home that offers the services of a fine hotel. The entire home, pool house, grounds, trails and amenities are EXCLUSIVELY for the use of your group for the duration of your stay. On site chef services, complete transport arrangements, great breakfast included in the rental rate, all tours can be arranged for you so that you spend your vacation having fun instead of trying to plan your next activity. Let us help you tailor your vacation to exactly what you want. We have been in the Lake Arenal area for 25+ years and can advise you and your special group on the tours that you will really enjoy and steer you clear of the tourist traps. Let us help you make the most of your vacation by offering our years of local experience and contacts. Take full advantage of having 'a friend in the area', right here at 'The Sunset'


Adventure at every turn.: Lake Arenal is the premier adventure spot in Costa Rica for windsurfing, canopy tours, lake fishing, boat tours, jungle hiking trails, quad rentals, kite surfing, horseback riding, kayaking, swimming in an extinct volcanic crater, spelunking and more. Enjoy the many adventures available or simply relax in our indoor glass pool/jacuzzi area with pool table and ping pong and enjoy the tranquility and majesty of your surroundings.

Tourism with a purpose.: In an effort to help the Costa Rican National Park system finance education, outreach and protection. Red Sunset of Guanacaste will devote a full 50% of each commission gained through our sales of adventure tours sold toward this goal. With the added benefit of specialized access to individuals in the tour system that make it all work. Tribal leaders, guides, and park directors.

What you can expect at 'The Sunset': Six beautifully appointed bedrooms featuring Costa Rican art, hand carved beds and doors with bathrooms en suite The entire property is a showcase of Costa Rican art, decorative tile, stone and craft work. Two of the bedrooms feature decorative fireplaces. The downstairs master suite bathroom features a hot tub built for two. Large library/ living room area with wrap-around couch, television, Roku, DVD, stereo. Large dining/presentation hall with a variety of available seating arrangements. Our unique indoor pool house features a divers pool, 4.5 feet on the shallow end, 10 ft deep on the deep end. 18x35 feet with attached jacuzzi heated on request. Featuring billiards, ping pong, weights, lounging areas. We live in the rainforest and nobody wants to swim in the rain, with our indoor pool house your group has access to all these amenities rain or shine, many groups hang out till the wee hours of the morning enjoying this incredible space, that is only offered by The Sunset!
All located in the "real rainforest" we aren't in a gated community or off the side of the road. We are easily accessed but just far enough removed that your stay will be in the "real Costa Rica", a 500 hundred acre preserve is to the east of us and several thousand acres of protected rainforest encompassing Tenorio National park is to our North and West. A spot of perfect peace and privacy with access to all the great activities and adventures this country has to offer.

Property manager

Patrick Hughes

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Library
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: You may smoke outside of course.

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Gated community
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 4,700 square feet
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Nuevo Arenal/Tilaran

What's nearby

  • Lake Arenal - 18 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Tenorio Volcano National Park - 27 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 40 min drive - 30.9 km
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 45 min drive - 33.3 km
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 46 min drive - 36.8 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café & Macadamia - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪El Corral - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Moya's Place - ‬6 min drive
  • Gutierrez Family Pizzería
  • ‪Soda La Macha - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area.?

Check-out is at 1:00 PM.

Where is Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area. located?

This family-friendly Arenal villa is located on a lake, 0.6 mi (1 km) from Lake Arenal, and within 9 mi (15 km) of FlyZone Wakeboard School and Tenorio Volcano National Park. Venado Caves and Catarata Morpho Azul are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 271 out of 277 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 277 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 277 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 277 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 277 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

We had a great time here. It was nice to have our group of 12 all in one spot with plenty of room. Breakfast every morning was great. Patrick was extremely helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10

Excellent views, breakfast and dinner made to our request was very nice. Great omlettes and local traditional dinner.Hot water was not working for first floor bathrooms but I am sure the host will fix that. The host is great and provided everything we asked for.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

We have stayed ar over 20 rental properties. And this one was by far the best! The house and grounds are beautiful. Patrick is an amazing host! We ended up with a flat tire and he arranged to have it taken into town to be repaired.The daily breakfast provided were also amazing and different every day!I can’t recommend this property enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

The property is in a beautiful location. Patrick is knowledgeable and helpful, he is very accommodating welcoming. Breakfast was so good. The stay was great and Costa Rica is gorgeous! I would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

We had an incredible time at this property! Patrick, his family and the staff were wonderful!!! We hope to someday return.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

It was a very unique and great experience you won't get at other places in terms of location, view, and accommodation. Patrick is a great host and I would definitely recommend this stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Patrick and the staff were great. Patrick went above and beyond to book activities and gave great recommendations for places to eat and shop. So helpful. The morning breakfasts were a highlight of our trip. We would recommend this place to anyone traveling to Costa Rica.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

The property itself is wonderful for a family vacation. Ample room for everyone with the library/entertainment area, the dining room, deck, covered swimming pool and hot tub and every room with its own bathroom. Patrick couldn't have been more helpful. It was like having your own Concierge. Very helpful coming up with activities and and recommendations. The staff were friendly and took care of everything. The breakfasts delicious and large. It all worked flawlessly.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

My husband and I went here for our Anniversary and we were not disappointed. Everyone from Patrick, his wife, the housekeeper made us feel welcome. The drivers were like family by the end of the day, Miguel and Luis are the best! Patrick was a great help suggesting and helping plan our tours. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy yourself.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

The Red Sunset in Guanacaste was a perfect stay. From first choosing this beautiful home to driving up it was wonderful. Patrick met us at the door full of information and support of us enjoying Costa Rica. Being in the mountains was a treat. There was plenty to do at the house to keep us in fun mode, no matter the weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Our group of 9 had a great trip thanks to Patrick and his team! The property and house are beautiful, a wonderful oasis to relax in the rainforest. The daily fresh cooked breakfast was the perfect start and exceeded our expectations. Miguel, such a great guy and driver helped us get to any adventure we wanted and made sure everything went smooth. Patrick is a great chef and we had the best tres leche cake for dessert. We highly recommend this home and would not hesitate to book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

The house and grounds were exactly as described. We all enjoyed the house, the area, views from the patio and especially the breakfasts! Sitting on the patio in the mornings with a cup of coffee while enjoying the view and peaceful quiet was sublime.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

The house is in a beautiful location. We enjoyed the pool and hot tub and breakfast was really nice. Patrick recommended some great activities that were perfect for our family and helped set up all the bookings. I would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Patrick was the ultimate host, nothing was too much for him! The house was comfortable and the breakfasts varied and delightful. AC was nice but the mountain breezes cooled things off nicely too. Pool and hot tub were amazing! You will nott be sorry if you book here!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

We were unable to stay due the Liberia airport closure. We were still in Canada. Patrick kept in contact with us during the entire process including 5 redirected/cancelled flights. He offered several suggestions for us and was as always, very helpful. We have stayed before, and will be back! Pura Vida!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

My daughter and I, stayed at this home and it was exactly as described. Patrick was very communicative, hospitable and took care of arranging all of our excursions. His wife and housekeeping staff prepared an amazing breakfast each day, and always ensured that we had everything we needed to make our trip perfect. Miguel was our driver for the week and he was phenomenal!! He accompanied us to every excursion to ensure that we were comfortable and was available anytime we needed assistance. He also pointed out several interesting things and animals. I highly recommend this home. Patrick will ensure that your trip is more than you could have initially expected.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Our stay at this home was amazing. Patrick, the host, made it so easy. He scheduled a car to pick all 15 of us up from the airport and had a delicious Costa Rican dinner ready. All the food that was made for us was delicious! He gave us suggestions for excursions and booked anything that needed reservations. The house is beautiful with so many unique details. The views of the lake are breathtaking. The house was very clean. The pool and hot tub were great to go in after a long day of traveling. Looking back at the trip we would have spent longer here than the resort we went to afterwards.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

This house and property were HUGE, with great views of the volcano and surrounding area, and had room for everyone in my large group! It was fun and quirky and just right. The breakfast was spectacular each morning. Patrick was the perfect host and helped us with terrific advice on activities and even made reservations for us. This house is definitely a "do-again!"
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Great place to stay in the rainforest. Nice house with pool and lots of sleeping space. The breakfasts provided daily are fantastic. Patrick is a great host and concierge. Beautiful views of Lake Arenal. I would definitely recommend a vehicle with 4-wheel drive. Drive to the Fortuna for many of the activities is about an hour. Small town with nice restaurants is about 15 min drive.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

The Red Sunset is by far the best place we have ever stayed. There wasn’t anything that you could need or want missing, and the artwork in the house is an artist dream world. We saw Toucans and Guans every day. The view is stunning, the pool and everything with it fun, and the entire house is extremely comfortable. We loved every minute we spent there. Oh yes, can’t forget the very best breakfast in the country!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

We had a wonderful time at this property. Pictures do not do it justice. The breakfast was huge and included a bread (waffles, bagels, or pancakes) eggs, fresh fruits and a smoothie. It was different each day and just as good each day. Patrick booked all our outings and custom tailored it for our family. I hope to return one day! Don't hesitate to book here!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Patrick was an awesome host with many suggestions of activities besides what we had already booked ourselves. The house and pool house were great and fit our family of 12 perfectly. He never let us down. All of his recommendations were right on. We highly recommend you won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Breakfast was delicious. Patrick visited twice a day and took good care of all our needs and excursions. Loved the pool house. A trip of a lifetime. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

Patrick and crew went above and beyond to accommodate us with their unmatched sense of customer service and their obvious people skills. Breakfast was great every morning, the place is clean, private and very interesting and large. If you’re looking for a laid back place to relax and enjoy nature, this is it.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Thank you for the amazing breakfasts and cooking my favorite schnitzel and spaetzle:) The views of the volcano were excellent during our stay. Always a pleasure to return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023