Title: Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area. Family-friendly villa with free breakfast and fitness centre ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32070000/32068100/32068027/443fe530.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32070000/32068100/32068027/e73b2d00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32070000/32068100/32068027/bd224631.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32070000/32068100/32068027/196a9e61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32070000/32068100/32068027/2afc5be2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location You can look forward to free breakfast, a garden and an arcade/games room at Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area.. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and laundry facilities. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 204700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - - - Parking available - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 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 amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Indoor pool - Massage - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Limo/town car service - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - 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. - In-room 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 organised 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 ## Similar properties ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99470000/99463900/99463825/6970d015.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 𝑳𝒖𝒙𝒆 » 5 Lakeview Villas » Sleeps 25 » AC »Pool »Hot Tub »Weddings »Retreats Nuevo Arenal - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 113 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=99463825&PinnedHotelID=99463825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33493200/33493169/e9cf3426.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Villa is Paradise with Tropical Gardens & Rain Forest Trail by River Nuevo Arenal - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 87 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=33493169&PinnedHotelID=33493169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59630000/59625300/59625284/11bab086.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HRC Reforestation Lodge: Remote, Wild, Authentic Cabanga - Pool - Free WiFi - Breakfast available - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=59625284&PinnedHotelID=59625284&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107520000/107513600/107513525/fe97b6e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Vista! 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Additional guests pay a pro-rated nightly rate of $46.00 per night plus tax, with breakfast included, per person. Spread out, enjoy all the space, go out on the deck at night and stare at the stars! Don't wander into the jungle at night. ### 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 ### Events Events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted You may smoke outside of course. ## 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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C10.56342%2C-84.91470&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wDcjaMzNX-9tNGPFb7sq1NmPRZk=) Nuevo Arenal/Tilaran #### What's nearby - Lake Arenal - 18 min walk - 0.9 miles - Tenorio Volcano National Park - 27 min drive - 7.1 miles - Arenal Volcano National Park - 40 min drive - 19.2 miles - Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 45 min drive - 20.7 miles - Tabacon Hot Springs - 46 min drive - 22.9 miles #### Getting around - La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 105 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪CafĂ© & Macadamia - ‬8 min drive - Tom's Pan German Bakery - ‪Casa Italia - ‬7 min drive - La Tortuga - ‪CafĂ© y Restaurante Casa Delagua - ‬11 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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### 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). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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