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Jose Manuel House- great for families or friends

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A swimming pool with a wooden deck, a lounge chair, and a staircase leading to a balcony.
A pathway leading to a building surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.
A spacious living area with a sofa, a kitchen area with a dining table, and a bedroom with a bed.
A covered patio area with a pool, outdoor seating, and potted plants.
A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a sofa and bar stools.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 163229 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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La Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela
  • Place, Puentes Colgantes del Arenal
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, La Fortuna Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Tabacon Hot Springs
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪8 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

La Fortuna

This vacation home is located within a mile (2 km) of Puentes Colgantes del Arenal and La Fortuna Park. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Puentes Colgantes del Arenal - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • La Fortuna Park - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 11 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 19 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 21 min drive - 10.3 miles

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tayakiry Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lava Lounge Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chocolate Fusión - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Open Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Soda y Restaurante Víquez - ‬3 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.

Jose Manuel House- great for families or friends

Wonderful house located 3 minutes by car from the center of fortune and 10 minutes from more than 80 different adventure activities, with an incredible view of the Arenal Volcano you can spend the best holidays with family or friends, the house has large spaces, pool private, gardens, green areas, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, balcony overlooking the volcano, room, kitchen, air conditioning, tv, Wifi. Excellent for a quiet retreat. Relax and collect happy moments with your friends and family.
We can organize tours without additional charges in which you can be picked up at home and enjoy your vacation to the fullest.

The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a coffee maker, and a safe.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

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

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the airport

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Water tubing 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,229 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 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

  • Note from host: El lugar es estupendo para niños

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
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: 11:30 AM

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

Property is also known as

Jose Manuel House Great Families or Friends La Fortuna
Jose Manuel House Great Families or Friends
Jose Manuel Great Families or Friends La Fortuna
Jose Manuel Great Families or Friends
Jose Manuel Great Families or
Jose Manuel House Great for Families or Friends
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Frequently asked questions

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

This vacation home is located in La Fortuna within a short 17-minute walk of Puentes Colgantes del Arenal. You'll also find Baldi Hot Springs and La Fortuna Waterfall within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Jose Manuel House- great for families or friends?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home; however, the accommodation features a private pool.

Is Jose Manuel House- great for families or friends a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a private pool and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Does Jose Manuel House- great for families or friends have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Does Jose Manuel House- great for families or friends have connecting rooms available?

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 within a mile.

Are there rooms with balconies at Jose Manuel House- great for families or friends?

Yes, every house at Jose Manuel House- great for families or friends comes with a balcony.

Jose Manuel House- great for families or friends Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 47 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for our family group of 8. Clean house, close to town walk or drive. Would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ISSAC B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, just outside of town (no more than 5 minute drive from the center of town) with great accessibility. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The pool and the landscape made this home the perfect place to end the day after exploring
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Denys

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Place was located in a good location for us. Not in the down town area. We had hoped for a fairly quiet location. Dogs barking nonstop… no control of the property owner. A few broken or non-working items.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

Peaceful Retreat

Spent most of my time in the yard. Such a relaxing place. Loved the area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

ULLAS K.

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

Mr

It was really good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

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

Nice Place to ‘Cool’ Down

The host was great and communicated quickly as needed. The home was well kept and the bedroom A/C units were a nice touch to the end of the day. We loved cooling off in the pool each evening and the BBQ pit was an unexpected nice touch. Plenty of space to move around the entire house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

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

Amazing Home, Highly Recommend!!!

The home is wonderful and the property is beautiful!!!Having this many bedrooms really makes things easy with a bigger group. Our kids were each able to grab their own room and we didn’t have to listen to any bickering. The home and neighborhood felt very secure and it is very convenient to town. You also have a small supermarket just down the street.The pool was beautiful and a great place to hang out in the evening we were done with any tours or activities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Gautam G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Good location - but not well maintained

We stayed here as a big group of 10 and the property had enough rooms and beds for all of us and then some. The pool filter didn’t work till last evening of our stay. There was one remote for multiple AC units on a floor. The host was responsive and got us towels and other things that we asked for.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan V.

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

Great stay

Great rustic house in La Fortuna. Pool was great! And the air conditioning cooled down the place quick. House is located in a neighborhood away from downtown but it was easy enough to take an Uber. Communication with the manager was easy and they got supplies over to me quickly. Mary’s bbq down the street was an easy walk, and there are some little stores. This house was perfect for our group of 14 over the Easter holiday. Thank you again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steven G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Excellent property—anticipate slow host response

Excellent home and location. It worked well for 3 children, 2 teens, and 4 adults. Keylor was helpful as a host but it took sometimes days to get responses to questions—like how to get into the home. We finally got word from him on our way to the home about the lock box.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amanda W.

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

Great location/pool

The house was in a residential area in La Fortuna. It is in a great location and the pool/outdoor area is very nice. There is a gate to property that can be locked and we felt very safe. There is not a washer/dryer at this property and there are definitely not towels/washcloths/dishtowels. The shower heads were also a bit worrisome as there were exposed wires on them. We did not have hot water but just made the best of it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark L.

Loved La Fortuna!

The house was great. Only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 stars is that the mattresses were not comfortable. Could easily be solved by adding a memory foam mattress topper. It would also be.nice to have an oven as I like to bake, but that’s probably not a big deal to most. Really nice remodel done recently and it looks great! Kids loved the pool... Keylor communicated well with us. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Diane D.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Good location. The house is tired

The property is in need of many upgrades. The electrical outlets didn’t all work, the plumbing in that toilets needed attention for the first 3 days. The kitchen wasn’t suitable for cooking as the pots and pans were old and needed to be replaced. The toaster and blender didn’t work, although the blender was replaced promptly. The pool was great and location was good. You really will need a car to stay here. A printed guide would have been helpful telling us how to turn on patio lights etc. With some work it would be amazing. Not as it is currently though.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Solange B.

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

Nous avons passé un très beau séjour. Tout à été conforme à nos attentes.

Notre séjour s’est très bien déroulé. La Fortuna est un très bel endroit à visiter
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

marcus m.

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

Perfect Spot for a Family Trip

3 adults, a teenager, and two kids stayed for 11 days. No issues. Wonderful, quiet place. Close to town. Close to daily travel sites. I recommend. Thanks Keylor for everything.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Anthony F.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Not what we expected!

Home had poor lighting. There were roaches throughout home. Shower in Master sprays on the wall and you can’t rinse yourself. No hot water. Garbage was full and had not been picked up before or after our stay. No towels for pool nor shower. Toilets didn’t flush. Refrigerator has all the shelves falling apart. No ice at all. Dishes were filthy and glasses had cracks. Neighbors had music on until 6 am on Friday and Saturday. Was very disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

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

Great Location

Keylor was very responsive and gave great recommendations for things to do! House has a fantastic layout with endless bedrooms and the pool and patio is excellent. 10 minute walk to town was a major bonus! Highley recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

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

It was a comfortable stay!

It was as it appears in the listing and we had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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

Beautiful Upper deck for the sunrise!

Family of 6 celebrating a 30th Birthday. It was exactly what the pictures show and more! Great art and furniture, comfortable beds and enough room for all of us! Pool was great, lovely tons for dinner. We loved it! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Lars M.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Could have been nice but was a huge disappointment

The pictures promise a great location and the conversations with the host were nice. But once you find your house in a not so nice surrounding you will be totally disappointed. The area is not nice, and the whole night there are hundreds of dogs barking. The view onto the vulcano is very small - you can see the tip between concrete walls and steel roofs of the neighbour. The house is dark, needs some repairs everywhere and has some nice bugs. We could arrange our week there and accepted it but the best came at the end. Unfortunately we never got our deposit payment back and neither the host not vrbo were willing to support us. For us this was the last vacation with this host and also with vrbo. Not recommended!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

dan b.

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

Great stay

The place was nice and conveniently located only minutes from downtown. I gave it five because of the overall value of having a 5-bedroom place. The only drawbacks were no hot water and bring your own pillows. The pool was excellent. The balcony gave you a great View of the Arenal Volcano on a clear day. Wonderfully laid-back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brenda B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Costa Rica adventure

We had some difficulty locating the property, but once found, we truly enjoyed our stay. The house is not extremely large, but there were plenty of beds for everyone in our two large families. The home was fairly clean although there are some ant problems which is to be expected in a tropical location. The pool and patio area are beautiful, I am only sad that our schedule was too tight to really enjoy it. We had a few incidents (locked bedroom doors late at night) which required immediate attention, and the property manager was extremely prompt in coming to our rescue. There are a few minor repairs that need to be made with some leaky plumbing and ensuring that all automatically locking doors have keys present on the property at all times. The kitchen could use a greater variety of dishes, but other than that, the home is comfortable and in a convenient location for La Fortuna.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer C.

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

A little hard to find but big enough for our family

We loved the area of La Fortuna it was hard to find a place for 10 people so I was pretty excited when I found this one. It has 5 bedrooms with several beds which could fit us all. The photos looked a little different than the actual place. It seemed smaller than the photos and darker. But yes you can see the volcano! The pool was the best part. There were a lot of bugs and especially mosquitos. We used repellant but still seemed to get bites ever night. There is no AC in the main part of the house but the rooms all had nice AC. There were a lot of neighborhood dogs that would bark at night and the neighbors were doing some construction that was loud in the mornings. But hopefully that is done by the next guest! The kitchen was well stocked with blender, microwave, stove and pots and pans and dishes that we could use. The fridge was also nice and big. The location was super hard to find but we worked with the host to find it. It is not close walking distance to shops and on a dirt road so be sure to have a car. The TV cable did not work and the host tried to fix it but did not during our stay but she plans to get it fixed soon. The wifi was good which my husband needed for work. It was a good place for big groups but wish it was more quiet and less bugs but other than that it was fine and the kids loved the pool!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Dawn H.

Liked: Check-in, communication

La Fortuna home

Overall a decent home a short 5 minute drive from La Fortuna. Home is in residential neighborhood which was a bit deceiving from listing so there were late nights from surrounding homes & early mornings with construction next door the entire trip. The home itself is a large home, but run down and not very clean. The living area including kitchen was very dark and there was only a wicker couch so you couldn't sit any more than two people inside. We spent the majority of the trip outside by the pool when we weren't off doing excursions which was very nice, but the storm the second night cut off all the power outside so we didn't have any light. Property Mng was extremely nice & easy to work with, but will definitely not be back because of the overall condition of home. Not worth the money in my opinion.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021