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NEW. Papaya Bungalow. Hilltop Bungalow with Spectacular Lake & Volcano Views.

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Interior
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

Map
El Castillo, Alajuela
  • Arenal Eco Zoo
    3 min drive
  • Butterfly Conservatory
    3 min drive
  • Costa Rica Sky Adventures
    9 min drive
  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    40 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Peñas Blancas

When you stay at this vacation home in Peñas Blancas, you'll be on a lake, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Arenal and Arenal Eco Zoo. .This vacation home is 8 mi (12.9 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park and 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from Tabacon Hot Springs.
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What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Sky Adventures - 9 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano - 16 min drive
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 19 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 20 min drive
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Agua Ardiente Pool Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Fusión Arenal Mirador. - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Soda La Palma - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Hojarasca Restaurant - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Caña Brava - ‬21 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.

NEW. Papaya Bungalow. Hilltop Bungalow with Spectacular Lake & Volcano Views.

Nestled on a hilltop, with spectacular views of Lake Arenal and the Arenal Volcano, the Papaya Bungalows offers a unique and unforgettable holiday in one of Costa Rica’s premier travel destinations.
- This beautiful bungalows are BRAND NEW, opening for guests in May 2023, and are ideal for newly weds or couples looking for a romantic getaway. Adults only.
- Its equipped with 1 queen size bed, A/C, Wi-Fi, and a kitchenette with a small fridge, microwave and coffee maker.

- 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, a 4WD will be better considering the short but steep hill going up to the bungalow. 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.
Make yourself comfortable in your air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a refrigerator and a microwave. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Explore El Castillo

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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NEW. Papaya Bungalow. Hilltop Bungalow with Spectacular Lake & Volcano Views. Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eva and Steven D., Budapest, Hungary

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view, very friendly locals
The place was super clean, the view was spectacular. We had everything that we needed for our 3-day stay. Walking distance to restaurants, bars, and a small supermarket. The locals are super friendly and we actually made friends with some of them. Highly recommended! We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

KimberlyandDave S., Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
Living free!
This our 3rd time to this precious place! It is the perfect place to free your mind and soul! Monkeys, birds & iguanas to entertain and the most beautiful secluded beach. Just clean & simple living! This is a very special place!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene & Tranquil
Amazing view in peaceful setting. Great for nature lovers and adventure seekers. Very easy check in and out.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hartman M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Complete satisfaction.
Very lovely location and beautiful volcano/lake view. Peacefulness of site is a plus though that could be affected if the adjacent bungalow were occupied.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amelia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
GREAT place to stay!
Great place to stay! I loved everything about it. The check in process was easy. It was clean. Beautiful view! The host was so helpful and kind. Would highly recommend to anyone. Wish I could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023