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House with a pool next to the tropical forest

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A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in oven, and white cabinetry.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a TV.
A modern two-story house with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained lawn.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, and pendant lighting.
A swimming pool with a water feature, surrounded by lounge chairs and a bar area.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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San Carlos, Provincia de Alajuela
  • Place, Children's Eternal Rainforest
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Proyecto Asis
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, Canopy San Lorenzo
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

La Tigra

With a stay at this vacation home in La Tigra, you'll be 17.3 mi (27.8 km) from La Fortuna Waterfall and 22.9 mi (36.8 km) from Tabacon Hot Springs. .This vacation home is 22.9 mi (36.9 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park and 18.5 mi (29.8 km) from Baldi Hot Springs.

What's nearby

  • La Altura Viewpoint - 27 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Children's Eternal Rainforest - 28 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Proyecto Asis - 40 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Canopy San Lorenzo - 43 min drive - 12.0 miles

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Soda Idaly - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante del Finca Luna Nueva Lodge - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Típico Mi Pueblo - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Termales Del Valle - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Happy Pub - ‬22 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.

House with a pool next to the tropical forest

Relax with the whole family in this accommodation where you can breathe in the tranquility. Welcome to the Dracaena House! Escape to your own retreat in this brand-new house, decorated to make you feel right at home and nestled in the heart of a lush Costa Rican tropical forest, featuring a beautiful pool with a jacuzzi—all designed for your comfort and family enjoyment. Just minutes away, you’ll find rivers, volcanoes, waterfalls, hot springs, nature reserves, and plenty of tropical forest. It’s only 45 minutes from the Arenal Volcano!
Access to the house is via a code key that opens the main gate; inside, there is a combination lock where the house key is kept. The garage opens with a code. Surveillance cameras are installed around the house solely to monitor the outdoor areas for your safety. The property is located near the Bosque Eternal de los Niños nature reserve and the Bosque de La Tigra nature reserve. It features an incredible pool with a jacuzzi.

LIVING ROOM: Our main living room has south-facing windows that flood the space with light. There is a comfortable sectional sofa and plenty of space for a group to relax in the evenings and enjoy some family time. Our dining table seats 6 people. There are 6 additional stools at the kitchen island. Additionally, there is a table on the terrace with 4 more chairs. The living room and kitchen are equipped with ceiling fans.

KITCHEN: Designed by the owners in a fresh and inviting style, the kitchen opens onto the dining room and features a large island and new appliances, including an electric stove with oven. You’ll find all the tools and gadgets you need to prepare delicious meals for your family.

BEDROOM 1: Master bedroom with a king-size bed, luxury mattress, ceiling fan, air conditioning, and access to the en-suite master bathroom; it also features a large closet and direct access to the pool patio. It includes an Alexa smart speaker and a TV. A small desk and a double sofa bed.

BEDROOM 2: Bedroom with a double bed, TV, ceiling fan, air conditioning, and closet.

BEDROOM 3: Bedroom with a single bed, a sleeping alcove with a double and a single bed, TV, ceiling fan, air conditioning, a closet, and a small sofa.

BEDROOM 4: Bedroom with a sleeping alcove featuring a double and a single bed, and a small sofa.

POOL, BAR, AND PORCH: Relax in our large backyard, which features a pool with a jacuzzi, beautifully illuminated with ambient lighting and a small waterfall. The bar features a beautiful built-in grill, 6 bar stools, a bathroom, a toilet, and an urinal. It comes with pool chairs, a small table for 4, and a set of armchairs for your comfort and relaxation on those beautiful, cool summer afternoons. The outdoor space is what makes this home truly special. Take a deep breath and feel the fresh mountain air. Lose yourself in a good book on one of our beautiful couches or chairs on the porch or on the lawn. Take a dip, float, or simply enjoy our beautiful private pool. Grill on the BBQ and dine al fresco on our back patio by the pool; enjoy your very own private bar area.

BATHROOMS: There is a full bathroom inside the main living area. There’s another full bathroom for other guests, as well as a half-bathroom, ensuring your comfort throughout the house. The pool area has a shower, a toilet, and an urinal.

GARAGE: The house has a garage with an electric gate that can accommodate two cars under cover. There is also parking for 3 additional vehicles in front of the house.
Guest access
Guests have access to the entire house and surrounding property, with the exception of a few locked drawers containing the owner’s personal belongings.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with an oven and a microwave. There's a private patio. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

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)

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Some LED lighting used

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

House with a pool next to the tropical forest Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice amenities and big home with televisions for each child and adut. Would stay again if we travel to Costa Rica again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026