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Front view of home, with surrounding rainforest and lake view!
View of Patio. Why live indoors?
A view of Casa Gavilan from our front garden, surrounded by nature...
This is your view, through the open doors of your living room to Lake Arenal!
Tropical rainforest jungle views, with Lake Arenal and Monteverde beyond
Just like home, with books, TV, DVD movie collection, computer and internet
Fully equipped, modern kitchen
Sweet dreams! Master bedroom enjoys sweeping views over Lake Arenal!
Our second king-sized bedroom en-suite bathroom, TV/DVD, and extra room!
Admire our view from the living room, over the porch to Lake Arenal beyond.
Relax in your own private covered deck and let the time slip away...
Aracari Toucans at one of our bird feeders, less than 10 feet from you!
This is a "Tayra", a local visitor at Casa Gavilan!
Our generously proportioned living area has sweeping vistas of Lake Arenal!
Imagine dining here with your own private Lake, Mountain and Rainforest views!
Relax and watch birds in the shade... or play in the pool in the sun!
- Bedrooms3
- Sleeps6
- 3 Bathrooms,
- 1 Separate WC
74 Reviews of Property 129631 in Nuevo Arenal, Costa Rica
Lake Arenal: Lake View,Location,Wildlife,Pool,Wifi, King Beds!
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Lake Arenal: Lake View,Location,Wildlife,Pool,Wifi, King Beds!
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Arenal
Lake Arenal
Review Submitted: 29 March 2010
Date of Stay: March 2010
We have stayed in Casa Gavilan for 4 nights. Had an amazing time and the house is lovely and well taken care of. The birds in the mornings were fantastic and we even had a coati in the garden one day. You just sit in the patio and the show goes on... Everything you need is within easy reach in Nuevo Arenal, the volcano is about 30-40 minutes away on a lovely and scenic road. Most of all - Ian the owner is perfect to deal with - cooperative and you feel welcome from the first email. Would highly recommend to anyone.
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Lake Arenal
Review Submitted: 18 March 2010
Date of Stay: March 2010
We stayed at Casa Gavilan for 4 weeks and, for me, was one of the best holidays ever had. There were 7 of us who stayed for various lengths of time over the 4 week period and all enjoyed themselves enormously.
Casa Gavilan is beautifully located within the rain forest and many birds (toucans,motmots,guans,chachalacas etc..) and mammals (coati, tayra, squirrel) visit the garden. Most mornings can hear the howler monkeys but they actually visit infrequently.
The weather conditions were not what some people would call ideal - it rained often but it is believed that this was related to the global weather problems that were being experienced. For us, though, the overcast conditions created the ideal climate for going out and exploring Costa Rica where there are many places, both inland and on the coast, to visit - surely, visiting Costa Rica is all about having adventures and not just sitting in the sun. On sunny days at Casa Gavilan, it was HOT and lethargy set in with the swimming pool beckoning.
I can without doubt recommend Casa Gavilan as a tranquil, beautifully located, place to stay that is away from the heat and hubbub of the coast.
Casa Gavilan is beautifully located within the rain forest and many birds (toucans,motmots,guans,chachalacas etc..) and mammals (coati, tayra, squirrel) visit the garden. Most mornings can hear the howler monkeys but they actually visit infrequently.
The weather conditions were not what some people would call ideal - it rained often but it is believed that this was related to the global weather problems that were being experienced. For us, though, the overcast conditions created the ideal climate for going out and exploring Costa Rica where there are many places, both inland and on the coast, to visit - surely, visiting Costa Rica is all about having adventures and not just sitting in the sun. On sunny days at Casa Gavilan, it was HOT and lethargy set in with the swimming pool beckoning.
I can without doubt recommend Casa Gavilan as a tranquil, beautifully located, place to stay that is away from the heat and hubbub of the coast.
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Arenal
Lake Arenal
Review Submitted: 25 February 2010
Date of Stay: February 2010
I am an active vacationer to Costa Rica. I travel there 3 times a year for the last 5 years. The days that I spent at Casa Gavilan was one of the very best and relaxing that I have enjoyed. Lake Arenal is trully one of the best destinations. The house was set up with very hi end finishing. I felt more at home than where I live. Walking the neighborhood was special in itself. I highly recomend. Scott
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Lake Arenal
Review Submitted: 07 February 2010
Date of Stay: February 2010
We spent the week of January 11 through 18 at Casa Gavilan, and felt like we were at home the entire time. Much thanks to Ed and Leslie for local help and advice. Loved relaxing at the house as well as interacting with the local expats at Rumors bar & grill in Arenal. Thoroughly enjoyed eating at El Establo and riding with the owner, Alexander on their horses across the hills around Lake Arenal. Don't miss the various hot springs around volcano Arenal, even better in the rain!
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Lake Arenal
Review Submitted: 14 December 2009
Date of Stay: December 2009
Six of us stayed at Casa Gavilan between Dec. 5 and 12, 2009. We found Ian and Lynn's place to be every bit as advertised, and then some. The house is located in a quiet "sub-division" with outstanding views over Lake Arenal; the house was gorgeous, completely furnished, beautifully decorated and fully equipped. The pool was lovely; the well-kept grounds were an absolute delight; most of the shrubs were in bloom and were abuzz with hummingbirds and many others. Surprisingly there were very few mosquitoes.
Ed & Leslie Woods, the managers, were very friendly and extremely helpful. Other than the main road running around the lake the roads are dirt/gravel and we'd strongly recommend either a 4WD or at least an SUV rather than a sedan to get around; some roads, including those in the sub-division, are quite steep. There are many things to see; we especially enjoyed the Hanging Bridges, the hot springs, Arenal volcano, and Cano Negro; the area is a birder's paradise! The near-by Eco-Lodge was closed, however, maybe for renovation. Monica at the Lucky Bug seems to know all that's going on around the area and was also very helpful.
We wholeheartedly recommend this as a place to stay, and are already trying to figure out how we can go back! I only hope we succeed.
Ed & Leslie Woods, the managers, were very friendly and extremely helpful. Other than the main road running around the lake the roads are dirt/gravel and we'd strongly recommend either a 4WD or at least an SUV rather than a sedan to get around; some roads, including those in the sub-division, are quite steep. There are many things to see; we especially enjoyed the Hanging Bridges, the hot springs, Arenal volcano, and Cano Negro; the area is a birder's paradise! The near-by Eco-Lodge was closed, however, maybe for renovation. Monica at the Lucky Bug seems to know all that's going on around the area and was also very helpful.
We wholeheartedly recommend this as a place to stay, and are already trying to figure out how we can go back! I only hope we succeed.
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Lake Arenal
Review Submitted: 09 October 2009
Date of Stay: October 2009
Our stay was simply fantastic.....the house is magnificient , much nicer than on the pictures. Bob was very friendly and helpfull 10/10
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Lake Arenal
Review Submitted: 06 August 2009
Date of Stay: August 2009
We just returned from a wonderful visit to Costa Rica, in part due to our stay at Casa Gavilan. Everything about the house worked out well. Ian and Lynn were always quick to respond to my email and provided much helpful information. Ed & Leslie the care-takers met us at the house and were also friendly, helpful and responsive to questions. The house itself looks nice on the internet, but was much better in real life. Every morning was lovely as we sat on the patio heard (and twice saw) Howler monkeys, watched the hummers, and enjoyed the views.
We were able to do lots of things from Casa Gavilan including ziplineing, caving, hiking, and eating good food. I highly recommend the Gingerbread House.
So, from beginning to end our stay at Casa Gavilan made for a wonderful vacation.
We were able to do lots of things from Casa Gavilan including ziplineing, caving, hiking, and eating good food. I highly recommend the Gingerbread House.
So, from beginning to end our stay at Casa Gavilan made for a wonderful vacation.
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Lake Arenal
Review Submitted: 03 August 2009
Date of Stay: August 2009
A great place for a great vacation!
The owners, Ian and Lynn, replied immediately to all of my emails with lots of helpful information. The house itself was beautiful, spotless, and inviting. We were met by the care-takers Ed and Leslie and they were gracious hosts with much helpful advice, and never over-bearing. The patio, gardens, and pool invited us to stay and relax. We enjoyed just soaking in the beauty. We heard howler monkeys every morning and saw them up close twice. We saw many birds, including hummers and toucans. Plus, it is within 5 to 60 minutes of any tourist activity you would want in Costa Rica, except the beach which is 2 hours away. We hope to return and take in more of this beautiful country from this home away from home.
The owners, Ian and Lynn, replied immediately to all of my emails with lots of helpful information. The house itself was beautiful, spotless, and inviting. We were met by the care-takers Ed and Leslie and they were gracious hosts with much helpful advice, and never over-bearing. The patio, gardens, and pool invited us to stay and relax. We enjoyed just soaking in the beauty. We heard howler monkeys every morning and saw them up close twice. We saw many birds, including hummers and toucans. Plus, it is within 5 to 60 minutes of any tourist activity you would want in Costa Rica, except the beach which is 2 hours away. We hope to return and take in more of this beautiful country from this home away from home.
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Lake Arenal
Review Submitted: 14 July 2009
Date of Stay: July 2009
Absolutely wonderful house and grounds, we enjoyed every minute of our time there. Ian and Lynn have the house well equipped with lots of little extras like guidebooks and coolers, as well as purely decorative touches. The location is excellent, midway between Monteverde to the south, Arenal and the hot springs to the east, and Tenorio and the Rio Celeste to the north. The property is lushly landscaped and filled with wildlife. We saw more animals at Casa Gavilan than we did in Monteverde or the National Parks! There were capuchin and howler monkeys, hummingbirds, toucans, lizards, and we even saw a 5 or 6 ft boa constrictor on a road near the house. We loved our stay, thanks Ian and Lynn for sharing your slice of paradise with us.
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Lake Arenal
Review Submitted: 23 June 2009
Date of Stay: June 2009
Casa Gavilan was incredible! Beautifully decorated, cozy, and an incredible view! Location is ideal for exploring Arenal and the rainforest. Thank you for helping to make it an incredible honeymoon!
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