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

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Property grounds
Exterior
6 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining

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

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Check out the area

Map
Nuevo Arenal/Tilaran
  • Popular LocationLake Arenal12 min walk
  • Popular LocationTenorio Volcano National Park15 min drive
  • Popular LocationTronadora Arena30 min drive

Space details

6 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, sleeps 20
4700 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 single bed
Bedroom 2
    2 queen beds
Bedroom 3
    2 queen beds
Bedroom 4
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 5
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 6
    1 queen bed
    1 bunk bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
    Bath
Bathroom 2
    Shower
    Bath
Bathroom 3
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

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 20+ 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, Direct TV, 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, inversion table, massage table. 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

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Indoor pool
  • Massage
  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 7 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

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.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: You may smoke outside of course.

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Waterskiing 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

  • Unit size: 4700 sq ft (437 sq m)

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Simply Best Incredible Views pool delicious Food Friend Area

About the area

Arenal

Located in Arenal, this villa is in the mountains and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Arenal and Tenorio Volcano National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider FlyZone Wakeboard School and Monteverde Frog Pond. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Lake Arenal - 12 min walk
  • Tenorio Volcano National Park - 15 min drive
  • Tronadora Arena - 30 min drive
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 41 min drive
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 43 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Café & Macadamia - 8 min drive
  • Dond' Liz - 30 min drive
  • Moya's Place - 6 min drive
  • Soda La Macha - 9 min drive
  • Restaurante Brisas del Lago - 25 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.?

Checkout 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 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 233 out of 238 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 238 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 238 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 238 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 238 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ruth-Ellen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as advertised!
Five senior women set off on an all-girls adventure and it did not disappoint. Patrick and the "sunset team" were terrific, from the fabulous daily breakfasts to the top notch excursions that were recommended. The only negative thing I would mention is that the house could be challenging for those with disabilities, as you had to step up or down to get from room to room and there was no railing on the stairway up to the second floor. Having said that, we had no issues because we were very careful. All in all, this was a GREAT place to stay for us and I highly recommend it.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeni K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful host!
House was absolutely fantastic! Patrick helped make our day plans, and even made the reservations so we could just show up! We used his driver which was a blessing- all 6 adults admitted no one would have wanted to drive those roads. Breakfast that was included was always delicious, and enough to keep you going until dinner. We had a dinner at gingerbread that was amazing, and Patrick cooked for us one night as well. Make sure to do both!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house with great view and delicious breakfast!
We were a party of 6 adults. This was my 4th time in CR. This is the nicest house that we've stayed at. We used this house as our base for visiting Tenorio NP, Monteverde, and Arenal. It's a bit of a drive to some of the places...but that's half the fun! We were joking that our destination was only 12 miles away but took 1 1/2 hrs to get there! Views of Arenal Lake and the volcano can be seen from the patio. There wasn't a lot of birds or wildlife in the area while we were there but the views made up for it. Breakfast was included in the price. It is delicious! We had 4 different meals every day we were there. I can't pick a favorite because they were all good. Topped off with fresh fruit and smoothies! We also had them prepare a meal on our first evening there. We choose the Italian meal. There was enough leftover for the next night! There is a large indoor pool with a hot tub. The hot tub felt amazing after some of the hikes we took. The pool temp was a bit cold (68ish) for me but others in my party enjoyed it. The property is close to a small town with several restaurants and small market. It's easy to find with the WAZE app. We only had 6 adults in our group. Could easily sleep more. Plenty of room in the house to spread out. Pool house is separate and very big. This is a great property to stay at!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place to stay
We had a wonderful stay. The house was gorgeous and the setting was picturesque. The online pictures don’t do it justice. I was a little concerned that the travel to Arenal and La Fortuna might be a little far and difficult but it wasn’t at all. Patrick made everything so easy. He booked all of our excursions and made fantastic recommendations. His family lives in a house on the property and it was very reassuring having him only minutes away. He came over every morning and checked on us and helped to plan our day. His wife, Alisa, was also very helpful and hospitable. She and a helper came over every morning and fixed the most amazing breakfasts. The pool was huge and they had foosball, pingpong, a pool table and a workout area. There wasn’t a single thing we didn’t love. If you like bird watching it was heaven. We saw toucans, parrots and dozens of other species. It was an incredible value for the money. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cory R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip to Costa Rica
Wow what a great vacation in Costa Rica! It was always a dream of mine to take my parents to Costa Rica. They are turning 72 in the next couple of months. We had a wonderful vacation and the Red Sunset of Guanacaste was the perfect place. Patrick lined up all of our excursions and took care of everything for us. The driver was waiting for us at the airport when we arrived and everything went smoothly from there. We rented a catamaran on day 2 on lake Arenal and had a great time. We travelled to La Fortuna a couple days, Rio Celeste one day, and then a waterfall close to Liberia one day. It was a great vacation filled with lots of activities! The breakfast every morning was so good and kept us going until supper most nights. Miguel who is Patrick's driver was wonderful when he drove us and when his other drivers drove us they were wonderful as well. A couple of tips: The Gingerbread house is an absolute must, best meal I've ever had. We did family style with the 7 of us and it was outstanding!! Bring cash for Miguel and you save 13% for cash. I did run short on cash. The catamaran is cash and so is horse back riding. The horse back riding is so nice at the neighbors place and the owner who is also a very proud Grandpa is adorable.The pool and hot tub are a great addition to the house. We enjoyed them at night. Remember no matter where you stay in Costa Rica you are going to have to drive to see many things. Just take it all in and remember you are on vacation!! I will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamis R., Alberta, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional Cloud Forest Experience with Outstanding Hospitality
Our family recently had the pleasure of staying at Red Sunset in Guanacaste through VRBO, and the experience met all expectations. Patrick, the proprietor, played a pivotal role in ensuring our trip was nothing short of extraordinary. From the outset, Patrick showcased an impressive level of knowledge about the area, guiding us through various excursions and seamlessly arranging bookings. His assistance was indispensable during the 8-day airline challenges, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to guest satisfaction. One standout feature was the professional bilingual transport service Patrick organized, which not only proved friendly and accommodating but also added an interactive element to our journey. Opting for the Dinner meal service was a brilliant choice. Patrick not only catered to diverse dietary requirements but also allowed us to influence the upcoming day's menu. The culinary experience consistently amazed, with portions surpassing our needs. Situated in the cloud forest, Red Sunset offers a central location for exploring the wonders of Costa Rica. The facility itself, perfect for our group of 10 adults, provided privacy, comfort, and easy access to wildlife and recreation. Our stay at Red Sunset was a fantastic cloud forest experience, made exceptional by Patrick's hospitality. I highly recommend this VRBO property for those seeking
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Christmas!
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 Excellent

AC P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Amazing Property
The host Patrick and his son Hunter are the epitome of perfect hosts. The property has so much ornate and fine detailing it's a living masterpiece. I brought my family of 16 and we had private rooms with bathrooms and beds to spare. I recommend you let Patrick make dinner as it was exquisite and perfectly delivered. The breakfast they serve is over the top with meats and eggs and breads and smoothies and fresh fruit. No expense was spared to make our stay memorable. We will certainly book here again on our next trip. It was a pleasure to stay here and we are sad to leave. Simply amazing....
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

THERESA O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise in the clouds
Beautiful large home, very private. Great place to come back to after an active day. You can relax in pool, hot tub and play pool or ping pong, and amazing breakfasts! I highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

APRIL B.

Liked: Cleanliness
AWESOME PLACE SURROUNDED BY THE RAIN FOREST AND EXCELLENT VIEWS OF THE VOLCANO AND LAKE ARENAL
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

General property information

Reasons to Book
Hot Tub & Indoor Pool
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
1:00 PM
Location
Nuevo Arenal/Tilaran