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Wide Luxury Home with Pool & Jacuzzi access & Amazing Volcano and Lake views

Lakefront vacation home with a water park and a hot tub

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 131936 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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El Castillo, A
  • Place, Lake Arenal
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Arenal Volcano
  • Place, Tabacon Hot Springs
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)

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About the neighborhood

Peñas Blancas

This vacation home places you within a short walk of Lake Arenal and within a mile (2 km) of Arenal Eco Zoo. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Arenal Eco Zoo - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lake Arenal - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shangri-La Gardens - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Palma - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Fusión Arenal Mirador. - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tucanes - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Jilguero - ‬16 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.

Wide Luxury Home with Pool & Jacuzzi access & Amazing Volcano and Lake views

Nestled on a hilltop, with spectacular views of Lake Arenal and the Arenal Volcano, Pie in the Sky is truly a little piece of paradise. Experience an unforgettable holiday in one of Costa Rica’s premier travel destinations.

Accommodation: Pie in the Sky is a unique and luxurious accommodation. There are 3 separated houses that share the common areas like Swimming Pool, Jacuzzi and BBQ Deck, and it offers you the flexibility to rent each house individually or the entire complex for maximum privacy. This listing is ONLY for PIE IN THE SKY 3

- Pie in the Sky #3 is a 5 bedrooms house with same number of bathrooms and it sleeps up to 15 people. For your comfort all the bedrooms have air-conditioned, custom-made black out draperies, hotel like amenities and have access to the front terrace where the views are simple stunning.
- The large kitchen with fine wood cabinets, granite counter tops and all the appliances is perfect to cook tasty meals for large parties.
- For your enjoyment the spring fed pool and jacuzzi are just steps away from the house, and so is the BBQ Ranch with Propane Grill, tables and chairs.

- THINGS TO DO: There are lots of tours to keep you entertained for days, Volcano hikes, Zip Lines, Hanging Bridges, ATV tours, Kayak and Paddle-board tours, Rainforest and Waterfall hikes, Horseback riding, Hot Springs, Wildlife watching tours and more. All of these are less than half an hour away from the house.
Our concierge is always available at our new and modern Welcome Center to help you book tours, find the best restaurants, book a massage and get the most out of your time in the area.

-LOCATION: El Castillo is approx. 3 hours (150km) from both international airports, either in the capital of San Jose, or on the northern pacific coast in Liberia. La Fortuna, which is a small city that offers amenities such as grocery, banking, post office, restaurants, hot springs, excursions and much more, is only 30 minutes away.

- GETTING AROUND: You will want your own Rental Car. While there are a few things to see and a couple of restaurants within walking distance of the house, there are many activities that require a 10 to 45 minute drive. You will not be happy waiting for a cab to arrive either coming or going.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker and a phone.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,936 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Property is also known as

355349

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Peñas Blancas, a short 14-minute walk from Lake Arenal and also 19 minutes on foot from Arenal Eco Zoo. You'll also find Costa Rica Sky Adventures and Butterfly Conservatory within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

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

Is a spa located at this vacation home?

Spa services at the vacation home include massages.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Wide Luxury Home with Pool & Jacuzzi access & Amazing Volcano and Lake views good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include access to a chef and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring lake views.

Does Wide Luxury Home with Pool & Jacuzzi access & Amazing Volcano and Lake views have a hot tub?

Yes, this vacation home has a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

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

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), which is 16.1 mi away (37 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Wide Luxury Home with Pool & Jacuzzi access & Amazing Volcano and Lake views?

Yes, every accommodation at Wide Luxury Home with Pool & Jacuzzi access & Amazing Volcano and Lake views comes with a balcony with some featuring lake or mountain views.

Wide Luxury Home with Pool & Jacuzzi access & Amazing Volcano and Lake views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

william w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home

My daughter said she felt like a movie star when we checked in. Beautiful home with large pool and hot tubs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Keith A.

Awesome location, and views

This property is absolutely amazing. Awesome views of the volcano and lake and the landscape surrounding. It is absolutely beautiful. It sits high on a hill without any close neighbors. The area is super as well. Close to restaurants and all the excursions and hot Springs, etc. Some items did not work, however or needed repair. We found plumbing leaks. The safes didn’t work the grill needed repair and it could use a washer and dryer. But otherwise we had a wonderful day.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia G., Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

A piece of paradise

Book immediately!! Our stay was incredible. The view is incredible and the place is perfect. Very quiet and peaceful! Ron was pleasant and helpful with information. The drive was easy to get to and very private. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad B., Brownsburg, IN

Liked: Cleanliness

El Castillo Adventure

We absolutely loved everything about our stay at Pie in the Sky!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L., West Bloomfield, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

2nd Stay @ Pie In the Sky

We stayed here in 2019 as well. Incredible views of Lake Arenal, volcano and jungle with howler monkeys and beautiful birds. We love the Eagle's Nest for a morning coffee and just to enjoy the view. 30 minutes from La Fortuna and 5 minutes from 3 nice restaurants and markets. Will go back again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

shabnam b.

Paradise

This is a beautiful place in the jungle. It is really the best view you could get of La fortuna and the arenal volcano. The service was quick and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M., Ocean Isle Beach NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Mosca Family Costa Rica Trip

I took my family of 13 including 4 grandchildren to Costa Rica for 10 days. We stayed at the Pie in The Sky Villas for the first 5 nights and were not disappointed. The house and grounds were amazing and the views even better. We were fortunate to meet the owner, Ronald Peterson, after a few minutes he became one of my family. You could not ask for a better host. The location is perfect for any activities you want around the Arenal Volcano. 5 bedrooms & 5 baths, more than enough room for all. Th swimming pool was like something in a movie especially with the views.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

Liked: Cleanliness

A gem of a house with the best views

My family of 5 loved this home in the jungle. The kitchen was well stocked, the pool and hot tub were perfect, the beds were comfortable and each bedroom has it’s own air conditioning unit. The driveway is steep but manageable even during rainy season. The grounds are gorgeous and the lake/volcano/rainforest views are to die for. The treehouse is super cute, too. Coffee on the porch outside the bedrooms was the best! There is a little market for some provisions and snacks. There are plenty of restaurants in the area as well. We highly recommend La Ventanita. We also went white water rafting and zip lining during our stay in the mountains. Will definitely stay here when in Costa Rica!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Missy E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing resort

Our party of 8 adults enjoyed our stay so much we didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Nira S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning views and fun for kids with room for a large group

Overall we loved staying here. There was just enough room for our group of 10 (7 adults and 3 kids aged 4-17). The views of the lake and the volcano are absolutely breathtaking, and the house is situated on a beautiful property surrounded by jungle, so we saw lots of birds right off the porch. The pool and hot tub were amazing, and entertained the kids for hours, all with a spectacular backdrop. The house and grounds were in good shape, clean, and well cared for. A couple things in the house needed to be fixed when we got there, but the property manager was immediately responsive and sent someone up to repair them right away. Communication was excellent. The property itself is up a very long and steep driveway, so it's really not possible to walk anywhere from the house and I don't know what would have happened if two cars were on the driveway going opposite directions, but we didn't run into that problem. The only other issue we had was having to check in at the welcome center prior to getting to the house might have been an issue had we arrived after the office closed. We had some difficulty coordinating the different parts of our group so that we could get the gate openers to everyone, but worked out. This was not an issue with the property, but be aware that the grocery stores in El Castillo have very limited supplies of fresh vegetables and fruit, so make sure to shop in La Fortuna before heading to the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property

This property has the best Arenal volcano and lake views.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

C H., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular

Property is better than in the pictures. Pool and jacuzzi were immaculately clean. Great views and well appointed kitchen. The supplied coffee was delicious. Monkeys and birds were entertaining. Location close to activities and provided a needed quiet from the fast paced adventure activities. Nearby restaurants were all 10/10. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pie in the Sky

Property was exactly as described. Breathtaking view of volcano and lake. The house was beautiful and comfortably accommodated 5 couples. We had a great stay!! I hope to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole O., Weaverville, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

Absolutely gorgeous property with unbelievable views. The house itself was nice and comfortably slept 8 adults. Living room furniture is very uncomfortable but luckily we didn't spend much time sitting there. Kitchen was semi-well stocked but there are not any reasonable grocery stores nearby to be able to cookanything. Lots of ants got in the kitchen so couldn't leave anything out. We did hire a private chef the first night which was quite lavish and very expensive at around $120 per person. There are a number of restaurants within a 15 minute drive. It's about a 30 minute drive to Fortuna.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariann R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay in that area.

We stayed for 3 nights and did the volcano hike, hanging bridges and coffee and chocolate tour. 6 adults and was plenty of room. Ate at both Howlers and Fusion which were both good and very close to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing views!

The property grounds were amazingly beautiful well kept and views were well worth the stay. Erica and Agustin were available for questions and they responded quickly. The draw back was for how huge the place is the living room was so small and couches were outdated and not comfortable. Not enough room for all eight of us to sit and relax together. And it had no AC so it would get stuffy even with the bedroom doors open to allow cooling. Although cleaning services were provided our rooms were still not really cleaned but they did provide clean towels. The grilling area, pool and hot tub were a great bonus. Location was good restaurants and grocery store around. In end it was a 4 1/2 stars but rating doesn’t do 1/2s.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular View

Our stay at pie in the sky was absolutely wonderful. The view from the property was amazing and made our family feel at home in Costa Rica. The house was well maintained and had ample space for our family to spread out. The separate bedroom was a nice space as well although the stairs down to the bathroom were tricky at night. The kitchen and dining table were exactly what our party needed, especially for the holidays and our large group. Our party enjoyed using both the pool and hot tub as well as the grill area. The location is a bit far from La Fortuna area but that is what our group wanted. There were plenty of places to eat around the house. The road up to the house was a bit steep but expected given the view you get and the road was well paved. Overall we enjoyed our stay and would absolutely come again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful views

We traveled to this property before Christmas. It was beautiful! Such an amazing property that truly was a unique vacation rental. The property was very private. We saw a toucan on the property as well as many other birds. The view of the volcano was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property

My family and I spent 4 nights on this beautiful property. The kids loved the hot tub and pool. The adults loves the views. There landscaping was beautiful and the view of the lake was amazing. The location is about it 30 minutes to La Fortuna but very close to quite of few things to do like zip lining and hiking. The drive to La Fortuna is a bit windy and the road had a few pot holes in it when we were there. We ate pizza at Howler’s the first night and it was really good. If you plan to cook while you are there you might want to buy groceries in La Fortuna. The small stores down the road from the house had a few things but not a lot of variety. Very nice people though. There were some ants that liked to visit at night by the property manager provided us with Raid after the first night. If we sprayed around the door before sunset it seemed to help. If you are looking for beautiful, peaceful views this is the place for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Soulfull stay!

We, 3 family's had an amazing time at this house. A spectacular view and a lot of great memories to bring home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Part of 50th wedding anniversary and vacation

Accommodations were very nice for all. Great pool area and outside under-roof dining area. We had a catered meal one of the two nights. Great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Swathi B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property with unreal views

We were a group of 12, including 6 adults and 6 children aged 3-5. We loved our stay at Pie in the Sky! The kids had a great time exploring the property, where they saw hummingbirds, lizards, cows, and all types of interesting birds and bugs. The shared pool and hot tub were lovely and had incredible views. The house had plenty of room for our three families, although be aware that the 5th bedroom is not connected to the rest of the house (it's right outside but has a separate entrance and you have to walk outside to get to the room), so we couldn't actually use it given the age of our young kids. Howlers down the hill was a short and easy walk, and there's a nicer restaurant about a 10-15 minute walk down the road- all manageable for all the kids, even the littlest ones. Even our tour guides who came to pick us up took photo ops all over the property - it was that special.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

alicia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Group of 13. We rented all 3 homes. Fantastic views in all of el Castillo. Would definitely stay here again! Two places to eat in walking distance.. Agustus the property manager was fantastic, prompt, and super helpful. We had a chef one night (Fermin) - glad we had them come after a long day of hiking. Kids loved the pool and the hot tub. The grounds were INSANE. So much to do in this area - you won’t be disappointed Booking Pie in the Sky
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison H., San Antonio, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

VIEWS VIEWS VIEWS

This is an amazing property. Tons of space, perched up on a hill with incredible views of the lake and Arenal!! Great seating on the porches to take it all in. Bird watching was incredible. Augustin is super helpful and can book tours for you. I highly recommend getting a chef to come in and cook for you - great food and so fun to just hang out at the house and not worry about driving. Several restaurants very close by for those that want to eat out. This property is quiet and secluded - complete 180 from the hustle and bustle of Fortuna. There is another house on the property that you can probably rent as well if your party is really large. I wasn't aware that there was another house but we never saw the people that were renting it. You do share the pool but sadly we never had time to swim. BONUS - king size beds (although the mattresses are very firm, that was the only thing I did not like about the house. Maybe a foam mattress topper would be a nice addition....). We were 2 families staying at this house, 4 adults and 4 kids and we didn't even use a bedroom. Lots of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bev S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pie in the sky

The property was beautiful and very well kept. The view of the volcano and lake was out of this world. Would stay again. Our chef made wonderful meals for our family of 13 each night.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023