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Finca el Refugio de Papito

Lakefront vacation home in Florencia with kitchen

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Outdoor dining
Dining
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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El Molino, Alajuela Province
  • Place, Proyecto Asis
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, La Fortuna Waterfall
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Place, Tabacon Hot Springs
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Florencia

Located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Proyecto Asis, this vacation home is within a 15-minute drive of La Altura Viewpoint. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Proyecto Asis - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 42 min drive - 23.9 miles
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 43 min drive - 24.6 miles
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 46 min drive - 24.3 miles
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 52 min drive - 29.7 miles

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Soda Y Fruteria Mi Tata - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bar la Vega - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pollo Frito Pupi - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bar y Rest. La Torre - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pollos Jefry - ‬9 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.

Finca el Refugio de Papito

The cottage is located on our spacious farm with plenty of amenities including air conditioning for those occasional hot days, warm water, high speed internet, cable TV.
This space is about 30 minute drive to La Fortuna, a very popular tourist town with plenty to do.


Guests have access to a full kitchen, WiFi and private parking. Also, for those interested in fishing, feel free to participate in the pond fully stocked with tilapia.
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Guests have access to a full kitchen, WiFi and private parking.
Additionally for those interested in fishing, feel free to partake in the fully stocked pond with tilapia.


This farm is a family business, so we live and work in the facilities and we are always available, but we also respect your privacy.
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This farm is a family business so we live and work on the premises and we are always available, but we respect your privacy as well.


We are a small dairy farm, and we take pride in what we do. If you are interested in learning about dairy production, we invite you to join us. Ask us about it!
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We are a small dairy farm, and take pride in what we do. If you interested in learning about dairy farming, we welcome you to join us!
Ask us about it!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. A TV comes with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed inside the house

Location highlights

  • On a lake

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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
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Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Note from host: Pets are allowed max of 2 small to medium size

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed inside the house

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
Onsite 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
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Finca Refugio Papito Florencia
Finca el Refugio de Papito Florencia
Finca el Refugio de Papito Private vacation home
Finca el Refugio de Papito Private vacation home Florencia

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Florencia, close to Camara de Ganaderos de San Carlos and La Altura Viewpoint.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Finca el Refugio de Papito?

With a stay at this lakeside vacation home, couples will appreciate amenities like a kitchen in each accommodation plus kitchens and water views in some.

Are there hot tubs at Finca el Refugio de Papito?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), which is 17.4 mi away (32 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Finca el Refugio de Papito?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Finca el Refugio de Papito.

Finca el Refugio de Papito Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time at FINCA el Refugio de Papito. The experience will stay with our family forever. The hosts were welcoming, friendly and went out of their way to make sure we had a Pura Vida experience. Whether it was fishing in the pond, seeing the sloths, macaws, iguanas, turtles or herons it was fantastic. Their offers of fresh coconut, plantains, and fresh cane juice were well received. Highly recommended and we hope to be back one day. Muchas gracias!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Callum M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

I really can't say enough about our stay on the 'farm'. First off, the owners (who also live on the property) are such fantastic people. Friendly, respectful, and kind. The accommodations were first rate, very clean and comfortable. The setting is quiet and peaceful. We both loved it and hated to leave.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

Our stay at this location was fantastic! The description and pictures are completely accurate. It's not a hotel - it's a unique, clean, comfortable house with the owners onsite. They greeted us upon arrival and showed us around the farm the next morning. The house had AC, dishes, linens, refrigerator, stove, and a microwave. It's rustic, and just what we were looking for. There were a few nearby locations to purchase fruit and other food, and a restaurant less than a mile away. La Fortuna is about 20 minutes away, so a short drive if you want to go to town. Our flight got in around 3, and by the time we got to the farm it was 7 PM. I would suggest that you not try to navigate the roads from San Jose to this location in the dark. It was a little scary, but we made it safely! This was the first place that we stayed in Costa Rica, and I wish that we had stayed longer. If we return, we will definitely choose this location. It was a fabulous experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness

A wonderful experience!

I just can't say enough good things about our stay here. Beautiful people, property, and location. During our stay, we had a small medical emergency with one of our kiddos, and our hosts went out of their way to make sure we were taken care of. We are so very thankful! 10/10 we would recommend staying here if you are in the La Fortuna area! If we ever visit Costa Rica again we will be spending more time here! Thank You!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carleton C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super Host

This property initially appealed to me because of the small family farm and rural location. When booking I kept saying to my family, " this place looks too good to be true", on the second day of my stay I told my family " it's true" !!! Most importantly, the hosts are the best I have ever known.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect spot for a couple of lower-key days between adventures. The kitchen was great, and we loved sitting on the second story deck and watching birds and the small herd of cattle. Our hosts were thoughtful and communicative. If you like dogs, they have a super fun pack 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Farm

A great place to spend some quality time with nature and farm animals. Wonderful people/owners. Delicious breakfast and excellent hostess.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome stay, too short.

Yesssenia was great to work with. Responded very quickly to question not just about the stay and property but also about Costa Rica. The property is so beautiful, and a great place for kids. The pond was great to take a short boat ride in and also for the kids to fish in. We got to eat a delicious, typical breakfast in the family's outdoor kitchen and it was such an awesome experience to talk to the family about their life story and Costa Rica. I would totally return to the property and stay here again. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sophia R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely perfect!

Our kids loved the farm animals, the dogs, and the pond. The hosts and the experience exceeded our expectations - from farm-fresh eggs, milk, and cheese to fruit trees and easy access to Arenal Volcano and the hot springs in La Fortuna - this was an incredible find. We highly recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllic setting, warm welcome

We could not be happier with our stay here....the house was clean and quite lovely, beds comfortable, and the farm was exceptionally well taken care of. We watched the ducks and geese in the morning, and were especially taken with the beautiful (and content) cows. We have seldom experienced a welcome as warm and inviting as we had here.....the family was so kind and generous with their time and information about the plants and animals, and local attractions. Learning to make tortillas was a special treat! This is located in a perfect spot to visit La Fortuna via a short drive.....all the benefits without staying in the hustle and bustle of town. Our only regret was that we didn't have more time to spend here.....but it will be top on our list for our next visit to Costa Rica.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joann

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Los dueños son pura vida
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

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