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# Secret Garden La Fortuna Lake View Kayak and Stand Up Paddle
Holiday home in Peñas Blancas with private pool
- Overview
- Amenities
- Policies
- Location
Secret Garden La Fortuna Lake View Kayak and Stand Up Paddle provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
8.6
Excellent
### Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10
## Popular amenities
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- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
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## About this property
### Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
### Secret Garden La Fortuna Lake View Kayak and Stand Up Paddle
Holiday home in Peñas Blancas with private pool
This smoke-free holiday home features a pool. The holiday home boasts a private pool and offers free WiFi and 2 bathrooms. A TV and a shower are among the other amenities available to guests.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers private pools. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower.
## Property amenities
### Pool/Spa
- Private pool
### Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
### Dining
- Dining table
### Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
### Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Shower
### Living spaces
- Dining table
### Entertainment
- TV
### Comfort
- Air conditioning
### Pets
- No pets allowed
### Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
### 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)
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## Policies
### Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
### 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
Pets not allowed
### Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
### Events
No events allowed
### Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
## Important information
### You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
## About the area
La Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela
#### What's nearby
- Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 19 min drive - 8.9 miles
- Baldi Hot Springs - 23 min drive - 12.4 miles
- La Fortuna Waterfall - 24 min drive - 10.7 miles
- Ecotermales Fortuna - 25 min drive - 12.6 miles
- Los Lagos Hot Springs - 25 min drive - 13.0 miles
#### Getting around
- La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 26 min drive
#### Restaurants
- Hunters & Gatherers - 14 min drive
- Restaurante Tiquicia - 14 min drive
- El Fogón de Chela - 6 min drive
- Restaurant @ Finca Luna Nueva Lodge - 12 min drive
- restaurante la gudria morada - 15 min drive
## Frequently asked questions
### Does Secret Garden La Fortuna Lake View Kayak and Stand Up Paddle have a pool?
> Yes, this property has a pool.
### Is Secret Garden La Fortuna Lake View Kayak and Stand Up Paddle pet-friendly?
> No, pets are not allowed at this property.
### What time is check-in at Secret Garden La Fortuna Lake View Kayak and Stand Up Paddle?
> Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
### What time is check-out at Secret Garden La Fortuna Lake View Kayak and Stand Up Paddle?
> Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
### Where is Secret Garden La Fortuna Lake View Kayak and Stand Up Paddle located?
> Situated in Peñas Blancas, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Children's Eternal Rainforest, La Altura Viewpoint and Arenal Adventure World. El Salto Fortuna River and Costa Rica Chocolate Tour are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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## Secret Garden La Fortuna Lake View Kayak and Stand Up Paddle Reviews
8.6
### Excellent
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### 8.0
Cleanliness
### 9.2
Location
10 - Excellent
8
8 - Good
3
6 - Okay
0
4 - Poor
1
2 - Terrible
1
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Robert W.
23 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Great property and location
My family and I enjoyed the pool, the sounds of nature, comfortable beds, La Fortuna excursions, etc. Loved it and would do it again.
##### Robert W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Micaella S.
3 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### 30th Birthday Celebration Trip!
Great location to experience all La Fortuna area had to give. Peaceful and safe location.
##### Micaella S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Jacob C.
12 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### La Fortuna Home
This was a beautiful property that was perfect for our trip. Would definitely recommend!
##### Jacob C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Arthur D.
12 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Beautiful Home and Gardens
This house is spacious. The grounds are lovely. The outdoor areas and lighted trees are perfect The pool is wonderful. I could have stayed here for a month
##### Arthur D.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
### 8/10 Good
#### Joyce W.
25 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
#### Vaca
It was a nice place, thought it was near Lake Arsenal not a small lake.
##### Joyce W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Tiffany P.
19 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Excellent!
The house was great. Spent a lot of time in the pool. Everything was very clean. About a 20min drive into La Fortuna. The property is located right beside a pond full of beautiful ducks and geese. One of the neighbours even had Peafowl who loved to wander into our yard. House had 3 full bedrooms.
##### Tiffany P.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Kim P.
26 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Beautiful property
We loved the property, it was beautiful and spacious. The WiFi was a little touch and go and it was at least 20 minutes to get into la Fortuna. We would definitely recommend, but just be aware you will be doing a lot of back and forth driving to get into town and the nearby activities.
##### Kim P.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
### 8/10 Good
#### Kim H.
26 Mar 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Great Location! Close to La Fortuna
Great place with lots of beds! The outdoor yard is AMAZING! Looked pretty clean at first, but was not super clean. Had an issue with the toilet, but I think that was our fault. whoops! They came and fixed it quickly! We were in the pool almost every night. it was cool and felt GREAT!
##### Kim H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Winter C.
2 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Love the pool
Great place to stay, kitchen was stocked nicely! The house was also very clean! We enjoyed the beautiful pool. It’s in a nice quiet neighborhood. It is a little further from La Fortuna so just be aware that you will need to drive about 15-20 minutes into town and back. We didn’t mind the drive at all. It’s surrounded by many cool things to do and see! The outdoor furniture wasn’t super comfy but we still very much enjoyed the outdoor area. The beds weren’t super comfy either (maybe with a little better pillows.) Loved the pond with all the birds and iguanas. The peacock was also fun to watch and listen to.
##### Winter C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
### 2/10 Terrible
#### Julie T.
31 Jul 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
#### Reconsider your stay here. Its a dirty place with no owner accountability
I condensed this note to fit here that was sent to the owners. In the past 3 weeks have not acknowledged our issues or concerns. If you want the full transcript let me know. There are nicer cleaner places in the area. Do not get caught like we have been. There was no dish soap. The house rules sheet was also very sticky and the sugar has some kind of critters in it. There was no extra toilet paper left (the rolls were basically empty upon arrival in both bathrooms) So I have personally expensed $$ for toilet paper Your pool turned my blonde haired daughter hair green and has had to take multiple showers to try and do something with her GREEN hair. You have a copper issue in the pool The pool is also dirty, it’s apparent it is not cleaned often or well due to the algae that is visible in many areas within the pool. BBQ grill is rusted which, there is no fuel/wood to bbq or any bbq utensils (note - in your utensils bin are some dirty utensils). Lastly, and this is unfortunately extremely gross, seriously. The bathroom between the three bedrooms just reeks of urine. Went in there my self and its over powering. There was urine and pubic hairs on the toilet and seat. Not acceptable. Obviously it was never cleaned. The level of overall cleanliness is lacking. The cookware and utensils were dirty and pealing.
##### Julie T.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
### 8/10 Good
#### Chantal L.
9 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Incroyable cour extérieur
l'intsallation extérieur est paradiziac. l'environnement, les oiseaux et le paysagement toute etais wow. Deux salles de bain parfait et fonctionnel... Manque juste un peux d'info comment utiliser la douche.. mais les propriétaire nous ont expliqué et toute étais ok. Parcontre: Besoin d'un net pour nettoyage de piscine car au retour de la journée plein de chose tombe mais on avait rien pour les ramasser, ont a emprunté celui du voisin :) et manque une air climatiser dans la piece principal.. très chaud le matin si ont dors avec les portes fermé. Je reprendrais cette maison a mon retour au Costa Rica quans même sans hésitation. merci !!
##### Chantal L.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Christine R.
30 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Nice getaway
We had many activities plan in la fortuna. This was close enough that we could get there easily, yet in a smaller town. We went to the local soda for breakfast and another for ice cream each evening. Everyone was super friendly and we enjoyed the whole trip.
##### Christine R.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
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