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A house with a balcony, a view of the sunset, and a garden with various plants.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinets, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A hillside property with multiple buildings, including a main house and several smaller structures. There is a winding road connecting the buildings.
A swimming pool with a stone border, large windows, and a covered roof structure.
An outdoor dining area with stone walls, wooden tables, and chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 184700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Nuevo Arenal/Tilaran
  • Place, Lake Arenal
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Arenal Volcano National Park
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Tabacon Hot Springs
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Arenal

This villa places you 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from FlyZone Wakeboard School. The villa includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a fireplace.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Arenal - 6 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 42 min drive - 25.2 miles
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 48 min drive - 28.9 miles
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 56 min drive - 33.9 miles
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 57 min drive - 34.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Tom's Pan German Bakery
  • ‪Soda La Macha - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Moya's Place - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Café y Restaurante Casa Delagua - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tinajas Arenal - ‬10 min drive

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, breakfast and a friend in the area!

Come stay at the rental home that will be your home away from home! The entire home, pool house, grounds, trails and amenities are for the use of your group for the duration of your stay. Dedicated concierge services, breakfast service at a very affordable 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 27 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.

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, bluetooth speaker. 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.
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 6 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 6 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fireplace. Limited housekeeping is available.

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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

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • 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
  • Games
  • Library
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: You may smoke outside of course.

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • 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
  • Cooking classes
  • Foosball 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

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Gated community
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • 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
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 4,700 square feet
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

The base rate is for up to 4 guests. Additional guests pay a pro-rated nightly rate of $60.00 per night plus tax, with breakfast option, 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You may smoke outside of course.

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this villa?

This villa is located in Arenal, close to Lake Arenal, FlyZone Wakeboard School, and Tronadora Arena.

Will I be able to park at Simply the best, incredible views, pool, breakfast and a friend in the area!?

No, there isn't parking at this villa.

Is there a spa at this villa?

Spa services at the villa include massages.

Is this villa next to a casino?

No, this villa is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this villa?

Yes, this villa has an indoor pool along with a hot tub.

Is Simply the best, incredible views, pool, breakfast and a friend in the area! good for couples?

At this lakeside villa, there are many amenities for couples, including a chef service and a private pool in each villa, and some feature lake view.

Are there hot tubs at Simply the best, incredible views, pool, breakfast and a friend in the area!?

No, but all villas at this villa have jetted bathtubs.

Does this villa offer breakfast?

This villa offers breakfast for a surcharge.

Will this villa allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this villa.

Are there connecting rooms at Simply the best, incredible views, pool, breakfast and a friend in the area!?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this villa.

How close is the airport from this villa?

The closest major airport to this villa is La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), which is about 19.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Simply the best, incredible views, pool, breakfast and a friend in the area!?

Yes, every villa at Simply the best, incredible views, pool, breakfast and a friend in the area! comes with a balcony and some offer lake and mountain views.

Simply the best, incredible views, pool, breakfast and a friend in the area! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 305 out of 312 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 312 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 312 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 312 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 312 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patrick is an excellent host and the breakfast was delicious every morning! Nuevo Arenal is a charming town about an hour from Fortuna.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jeremiah c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was very impressed with Patrick and his family. Very attentive and nice. Made us feel at home and was very private. I have already sent his info to friends of ours for an upcoming trip they will be planning. Will definitely go back
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Morgan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing! The services that the host provided were great. The included breakfast was delicious and a great way to start our day. Patrick was so helpful with our excursions. This is by far the best VRBO that I've ever stayed at. We hope to return again sometime.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was exceptional! Patrick was extremely helpful in coordinating some of our Arenal adventures including a gormet dinner at the nearby Gingerbread House. The view from our villa was magical. We really appreciated the homemade breakfasts every morning. We will never forget our stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vincent S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic hosts with great breakfasts which were a part of our stay. Lots of space and very clean with great amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jace P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very unique spot. Great views and location. Patrick and his family are fantastic and extremely helpful. The provided breakfast each day was absolutely amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jay S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely, magical property. Set high up, you often find yourself in the early morning rainforest clouds. You can enjoy a cup of coffee on the patio as the clouds burn off and beautiful Lake Arenal appears below you in the distance. An incredible fresh breakfast is provided each morning! Best of all is the attentiveness of Patrick, your host. He is always quick to respond to your needs and wants and ready to help you book excursions and experiences. The views are great, the setting beautiful and the property well maintained.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

joe e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patrick couldn't have been nicer. He was available and responsive to everything we asked for. The house was wonderful and the breakfast was great. I would recommend this to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patrick and his staff were amazing. The house is beautiful and the views amazing. Patrick set up most of our adventures for us. He did not stear us wrong. Everything was top notch. The breakfasts were amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed a week and the entire trip was amazing! Patrick was a fantastic host. The view from the property was breathtaking and the daily visits from the toucans and other birds were wonderful. The property is a tremendous bargain, especially when you consider the gourmet, huge breakfasts everyday. So fabulous! It's a 10 minute trip to the supermarket and about an hour to La Fortuna for many of the touristy activities. Great roads, great restaurants all around. The place was clean, clean, clean. You won't regret renting this property! There were only two of us staying this time, but the place sleeps many more with private bathrooms all around. Loved it all!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house, host, driver, activities…great trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jared W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My Family has the pleasure of staying in this home for a week and we wish it was much longer. Patrick is an exceptional host. From pre vacation communication and questions, to setting up our airport transfer, drivers for the week, excursions He is nothing but accommodating. I wouldn’t hesitate to encourage any Friend or Family member to stay here. Patrick and his Team made us feel so comfortable and the breakfast was incredible. The house is very comfortable and to echo other reviews the pool house, grounds, amenities, and the views from the terrace didn’t dissapoint. Travel trip for those who make not be too familiar. WhatsApp and Zelle are both utilized heavily - set both up before you go!This is the perfect spot to setup base to explore the Lake Arenal area!!We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay! The view was beautiful! My kids enjoyed the indoor pool area and pool table! Great location to explore Nuevo Arenal!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

bevin h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Matching every prior review and exceeding all expectations, The Red Sunset at Guanacaste made for a once-in-a-lifetime vacation for our family.From Patrick's first-class hosting (including arranging private night jungle walks and horseback riding through meadows and streams) to a five-star gourmet breakfast cooked just for us while we awoke overlooking Lake Arenal, we felt as if we had been given keys to our own castle for the week.Every detail of the experience has been carefully curated by the host, and he was proactive in anything that we possibly could have wondered or needed. My only regret is that we could not stay longer!
Amazing Toucans right on Property - enjoy all the flora and fauna!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property with stunning views snd limitless bird watching and wildlife from the balcony. Toucan, beautiful “parakeets”/parrots and so many other daily visitors. So much to do such as whitewater rafting, animal viewing friver floats, zip lining (outstanding and unique), coffee/ chocolate tasting and tour, ATV’s, horseback trips, and incredible scenery everywhere.Patrick and Alicia could not have been more gracious hosts. Patrick helped with planning everything and Alicia made the most amazing breakfast each morning. It is called the rain forest for a reason and the experience was exactly what we hoped for.There are also several extremely delicious restaurants within a 10 to 15 minute drive, including one (Gingerbread) which has some of the best food I have ever tasted. It is also a dining experience that is both unique and memorable!! Dinner and a show is an accurate description. Caution bringing young children or adults who are easily offended.Could not have more pleased with our experience and we are looking forward to another trip in October (hopefully) and a family vacation there next year!!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay here was truly amazing!! Patrick is a great host and very helpful booking tours and the breakfast everyday was so good never the same! And the sweet dogs that came to visit us were amazing (Jackson Emma and Dozer) we fell in love with them and Cora Rica I would definitely recommend this property!
Last day unfortunately
From the patio
From the patio
From the patio
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marni R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had an amazing time at Patrick's place. We travelled over the Christmas holidays - there were two families travelling together. The house had lots of space for us and a beautiful view. Having breakfast made every day was a great way to start the day and Patrick was beyond amazing in helping us arrange our days/transportation and anything we needed. The only item that I would highlight is that to get to adventures - it is a lot of travelling. Typically at least an hour each way to get to all the amazing adventures that La Fortuna and other surrounding areas bring.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a phenomenal vacation, thanks to Patrick--and his wonderful family. Patrick was so kind and generous with his time. He sincerely wanted us to have the best trip--and we did. The house is like a castle--with an unbelievable view of the volcano--the breakfasts were delicious buffets with so many options. Patrick gave us ideas of what to do and booked the excursions for us, making everything so easy. We'd go back to Red Sunset of Guanacaste in a second and will recommend to anyone planning a vacation in Arenal.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Spencer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Scenic and fun stay near Lake Arenal

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Afshin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A must book

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home beautifully decorated with tiles. Pool, ping pong and pool tables. Super helpful, friendly host who lives next door. Delicious breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patrick was an incredible host. He met us upon arrival and set us up with a driver and excursions each day. All his recommendations for restaurants were superb. His wife would come each morning and prepare us a breakfast fit for Kings and Queens.The house is amazing! It’s spacious, clean, fully equipped, and beautifully decorated!! And the views of the lake and volcano are to die for!!!The pool house is equipped with a small gym that our kids used each day and a hot tub that helped to soothe our bodies after our adventurous days. The kids were brave and swam in the chilly pool…brrrr!!We loved everything about our stay at the Red Sunset at Guanacaste
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Splendid!

We wish we would have spent more time at Patrick's place. The breakfast was the best we had in Costa Rica. This place has everything you need to explore the La Fortuna area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025