I wanted to attempt to be original in my review of our amazing stay in Monte Verde, but our experience was as amazing and fulfilling as all the other guests have had. Larry welcomed us with some fresh juice and sat down with us for a half hour asking what sort of activities we were interested in doing and what we wanted to get out of Monte Verde. He was extremely helpful and called and organized our canopy tour and set us up with one of his guide friends to take us around the parks. The place is slightly out of the main part of town on a beautiful picturesqe old dairy farm, but is a cheap cab ride if need be. He didn't hesitate to invite us out to meet some his friends and we ended up having an amazing time hanging out at a local bar, having an impromptu jam session and of course, many "sabres". We also were lucky enough to join in on Oscar's 80th birthday celebrations and we're fortunate to dine on some delicious pork and attempt to sing happy birthday in Spanish. The final day we were invited to partake in a game of mountain tennis in Parque Ecopaz and learn more about the efforts the local park was spearheading. Both Larry and Oscar are amazing hosts and this is the only place I would suggest to friends headed to Monte Verde.

Larry is a gem. He gave us a wealth of information and was truly a gracious host. He connected us with some really great guides and things that should not be missed. So happy we stayed here. :)

What can I NOT say about Oscar and Larry's "retreat" if you will. The place is immaculately maintained and in a perfect setting. Immediately upon checking us in and showing us the upstairs apartment we were staying in, Larry brought us some blended Cas juice, never had it before and I'm already trying to find out how to get it stateside. Larry also gave us a number of great suggestions and local, insider information. He hooked us up with some friends for a night walk through the forest and dinner; By the way, La Chicharronera, is a CAN NOT miss if you like pork and the family that runs it are some of the friendliest people ive met. Larry also invited us to join him and his friends for a cookout and we had an absolute blast, we met a lot of great people and heard so many awesome stories, stayed up watching the stars and listening to nature. My only regret, is not staying longer, Monteverde is a magical place, and Casa Balbi is the perfect place to lay your head. Thank You Larry and Oscar, you, your friends, your beautiful town and what you've created in Casa Balbi; you all were the highlight of our entire trip, we WILL be back!! If your deciding where to stay in Monteverde, don't even hesitate, just book it.

The location is very convenient to multiple rain forest preserves and the nearby community. Oscar and Emel are excellent hosts and our room was very comfortable!

Emel was fantastic! Super friendly and helpful with tours and recommendations on where to eat (check our Sabor Tico for some authentic Costa Rican food - delicious!). We didn't use the kitchen amenities, but there were some items there if you wanted to make food at the location.

Casa Balbi was great. Far enoug out of town to avoid loud noises, close enough to walk to town for groceries (30 minutes walking, uphill on way back). The room was clean and spacious. A few bugs here and there, but no more than you'd expect. Larry (who was the manager probably) was nice and helpful, but we didn't get much information or contact after the first day. When we did find him, he was great. The kitchen was minimal, and we had to buy all our ingredients (oil and stuff). So know that going in. The horses in the farm beside are beautiful and friendly. The trails behind Casa Balbi are lovely. Check for ticks cause we got a bite.

This has got to be the best deal you'll find on Airbnb. Not only is the place great (location, we'll cared for, etc), but you're getting a host that is there to help you make the most of your time in Monteverde. Larry (Oscar's son) helped us create the perfect itinerary and gave us lots of invaluable information that really made our time in Monteverde unique and memorable. He greeted us with coffee and continued to be available if we had any questions or wanted to book activities. Larry is one of the friendliest and welcoming hosts you could hope for. I honestly wouldn't recommend staying anywhere else if possible, simply because Larry does such a great job making his guests feel welcome.

Larry kindly introduced me to his neighbor Sergio who took me on a hike in the rain forest,a highlight of my trip to Monteverde.His helper Emil was very helpful too.

Nice place to stay near the cloud forest! Diego was nice enough to let us check in a couple hours early, and left us a loaf of banana bread for the morning.

We stayed at Diego's place for just one night but wished we had more time. The apartment is beautiful and had everything we needed. It was very clean with a well stocked kitchen, comfy bed, super hot water, good wifi, a parking space, and a full wall of windows to see the forestry outside. We didn't see any large birds, but we saw plenty of small ones and even several monkeys! The property is not more than a 5 minute's drive from the rest of the town, so it's easy to hop into town for the night. The only thing is that the place is not as secluded as I had imagined...we could hear the neighbor's dogs early in the morning, though it wasn't a big problem for us. Thanks for hosting us for the night, Diego!

Very nice apartment! Diego is a good host!

Very nice place. Close to town, Diego is friendly and very helpful. Gave us a ride to the unit the first day. Would recommended it

Wonderful place and people. Super clean and awesome spot. The trees on the window was the cherry of the pie. We felt like home. Definitely we will come back!!!

Hands down, the best Airbnb experience ever! The location was beautiful and close to the city center, the unit was clean and well lit. Diego was friendly and his response time was phenomenal. Thanks again !

Diego's communication was always prompt, clear, and helpful before and throughout our visit. He even communicated with our tour company to pick us up at the airbnb instead of us having to walk to the closest hotel for pick up which he kindly suggested on his own. Diego took us to the amazing hollow trees and a beautiful spot for the sunset. He also gave us great advice and suggestions that we used and saw through the rest of our trip. Everything was as advertised and exceeded our expectations. Close to everything in town too. I would stay here again and recommend to others!

Diego place is fairly new and has all the amenities you need. It is located about 5 minutes away from the center of Santa Elena. Diego was very pleasant and helpful. He gave numerous suggestions on activities which were awesome. Highly recommended.

Ever's place lives up to all the positive reviews. Great location, within easy walking distance of downtown but just tucked around the corner. The a/c and Netflix were an unexpected surprise benefit during a few torrential downpours. He left us fresh bread, eggs and fruit and practically planned our whole trip for us by providing suggestions and booking day trips for us. Definitely would stay again!

Great location. Very close to restaurants and the super market. The host was wonderful.

This apartment is affordable and has a well-equipped kitchen, you'll be able to prepare full meals if desired. There is a grocery store a block or 2 away and plenty of restaurants, shops, etc. within walking distance. If you have a car, there is a very steep driveway that is a bit difficult to navigate, especially if you do not have an automatic. The downside of this stay for us was the smell. There was an extremely strong smell of sewer in the apartment that was coming from the sink drain. We kept the door to the bathroom closed, but it still permeated everything. There is not much airflow to the bedroom (which is adjacent to the bathroom) so it was difficult to sleep. Additionally, the sheets on the bed were extremely scented. It mixed with the sewer smell and was pretty nauseating. We took the sheets and blankets off the bed to hang them over the railing on the 2nd night because they smelled so strong of sewer and perfume. In doing so, we noticed what appeared to be a fresh blood stain (unwashed, and not from us) and quite a bit of dirt/sand in the sheets. It appeared that the linens had not been washed since the previous guest. In retrospect, we should have notified the host after the first night, but it didn't really get bad until the 2nd night.

My friend and I stayed in the apartment for two nights and it was great! Our shuttle arrived a little earlier than expected, and Ever was nice enough to let us check in early on very, very short notice which was much appreciated. The apartment was clean and the perfect size for the two of us. The bathroom was finished very nicely and the shower got nice and hot which was great after a day of exploring. The bed was very comfortable and was nicely made with clean sheets. The television was a smart tv, so we were able to get on our netflix account which was nice because it was rainy one night. The apartment is in a great location, and we were able to walk to the little town. We ate at Taco Taco (delicious) and Ever's restaurant Tico y Rico (excellent, definitely go there, he even gave us a complimentary dessert!). It was easy to communicate with Ever. We had to cancel the morning tour we had set up while we were there, and he did this very quickly with no problem. We really appreciated how flexible he was! I would definitely stay here again if I was in Monteverde.

Fantastic location! You can walk to downtown Saint Elena very easily for food and tours. Very clean apartment with a nicely equipped kitchen. Ever even left us some eggs, pineapple, and bread for breakfast which was very nice! Definitely recommend this location to anyone looking to spend time in Monteverde!

Ever's place is wonderful and right in downtown Santa Elena. Super clean and very convenient. I'd stay here again.

Squeaky clean, cozy, affordable and with really nice new amenities and appliances, can't recommend this place more for your stay in Monteverde. Ever is an incredible host who responds quickly to any questions you may have and will give you great recommendations for local attractions and places to eat.

I absolutely loved this apartment. Ever was an incredible host, extremely helpful and helping us organize your trip and arrange transportation. It was a beautiful apartment, walkable to all bars and restaurants but still quiet. I would highly recommend this to all travelers going through monteverde.

Safe little "rustic cabin style" place to stay.

Heather nos recibió en su casa muy próxima s la entrada a la reserva de Bosque Nuboso Monteverde (3kms) por camino de arena. La casa es preciosa, decorada con mucho gusto. Toda "abierta y orientada" al impresionante JARDIN. fue siempre muy cercana y pendiente de los detalles, empezando por la cesta de bienvenida con frutas y un pastel casero de banano. Nos orientó sobre rutas t lugares de interés. Incluso se tomó la molestia de reservarnos todo lo que hicimos ella misma. También nos sugirió sitios para comer en el pueblo. Una noche se fue la luz por unas horas y en seguida nos preparó unas velas para colocar por toda la casa. Te sentías como en tu hogar. Es una casa muy acogedora. La de Heather está al lado, muy útil por si necesitas algo, pero tiene a total independencia. Absolutamente recomendable. Necesitas coche 4x4 para llegar porque el camino es de tierra. El jardín es una maravilla. Estuvimos solo díos noches y se nos hizo muy corto, creo que mínimo tres noches en Monteverde para disfrutar del entorno fantástico.

We had a fantastic stay at casa Mot-Mot. Heather is a great host, gave us many informations and is always present for any questions. We saw beautiful birds from the house!

Heather was absolutely great! Casa Mot Mot was a delight. The beautiful garden and lovely house was everything we could hope for. It is tastefully furnished and designed by her husband who is an architect. The kitchen was supplied with dishes, pots & pans and cooking utensils. The house and bathroom was very clean and had comfortable beds and hot showers. As a host, Heather made reservations for us for the Coffee plantation tour and also secured a trusted guide for the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve for the following morning. This is such a GREAT find literally next to the Monteverde Cloud Forest and ten minutes driving to Santa Elena. FIVE STARS ***** to this airbnb!!! We will be back this coming spring as we loved it so much!

Casa Motmot was a great retreat for me and my family in Monteverde. It was excellent for wildlife spotting in a quiet setting. Heather was very welcoming telling us all about the things to do in town and provided some food for us a welcome gift.

Our group of 4 (2 couples) had a wonderful stay at Casa Mot Mot in early September. Heather was very kind, and was patient with all of the questions we had about the Monteverde area. She even helped us book a great, last-minute guide for the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve! The coordinates she provided was very helpful in directing us to Casa Mot Mot. Upon arrival, she greeted us at the driveway and showed us around the house. There was freshly baked bread and fruits left out for us to enjoy, which indeed we did. She also provide us with freshly ground, local coffee for our stay. Since the house is very close to Curi Cancha reserve, we were able to see some exotic bird right on and near the property, such as toucans and trogans. I would recommend packing layers to stay warm in Monteverde and bringing binoculars for the reserve tour to see more birds and wildlife. Monteverde is a vastly biodiversity area. One note is that there are insects everywhere and Casa Mot Mot was no exception. Please set your expectations accordingly when visiting the area, and come prepared. We had insect repellent clothing and had no issues with mosquitoes. Overall, staying at Casa Mot Mot made our stay at Monteverde a great experience, and I would definitely try to stay there again if revisiting the area! Thanks for your warm hospitality, Heather!

Casa Mot Mot was beautiful inside and out. The property is set far back in the woods, so be prepared for a bumpy ride. Heather was a wonderful host, even leaving fresh-baked muffins and some mangos. We had a wonderful time in Monteverde.

We were in Monteverde for two weeks visiting friends and enjoying the forests. Heather's house is located in a quiet part of Monteverde with awesome animal viewing from the kitchen. Heather has great taste and has outfitted the house with many sweet comforts. Local art, beautiful furniture, and a great shower. We slept very well and awoke each morning to the beautiful sounds of the forest. Heather herself is very warm and welcoming. She is also a wealth of knowledge of the area activities and happenings. Highly, highly recommended.

Heather was an excellent host and Casa Mot Mot is a wonderful place to stay in Monteverde. She greeted us when we arrived and even guided our driver to the home via phone as the roads are not all marked. Heather is super friendly and thorough. She had her own home made banana bread on the kitchen table as we walked in, which was a delicious treat. She gave us a tour of the home on arriving and joined us in the sitting area downstairs to go over the packet she put together on the area, and see if there was anything she could help us with. During our stay we had complete privacy but were able to call or nock on her door if we needed anything. She also has two friendly dogs that greeted us on arrival but mostly stayed by her door. They may be a little intimidating for small children as they do bark when you approach her home but are very nice dogs. Her home is right behind the rental but a separate walkway. The rental home is in front and feels very private. There are two sitting areas upstairs, one is an open porch over looking the lush, private and beautifully landscaped front yard. The other is off the large master bath with a picture window also with a view of the yard. When you walk in you are greeted with bright, tasteful earthy colors, lovely wood and tiles and large windows with nice natural light. It has a high end but homey feel. The kitchen and living room sitting area and large bed are all in one open space. It feels quite roomy with a full kitchen, large table and the first full bath off the sleeping area. The second floor has the open porch with a door that can close it off from the bedroom, a large sleeping area and spacious, tastefuly tiled, full bathroom. There is a large changing space with racks for clothing off the bath. This is the 2nd sitting area upstairs as it has a nice Adirondack chair facing a large window, also over looking the yard. It is a very comfortable, nicely decorated and spacious feeling rental for 2 couples or a family. It is ideally located outside of all the busy down town traffic, feels like the forest is right up to your front door with all the beautiful trees and plants surrounding the house, yet still within an easy walk to hiking and down town. The sounds of nature are all around you and there is absolutely no traffic as you are set back from the road. Just the sounds of birds and the wind through the trees. That being said the property is not far from town. The location is ideal. We were 3 adults, and we walked everywhere. Walking may not be ideal with very small children as the road was dirt and rocky at times and there is no side walks in...

Susana was attentive and replied quickly with any questions or concerns. Overall good value. A ten minute walk to the center of town. Only complaints were the bottom bunk bed was uncomfortable and there were ants and moths in the apartment.

If you are fortunate enough to get this gem of an apartment, we hope you will appreciate the charm, the locale, the beauty it has. What perfect place for an independent couple or small family to explore the Monteverde area from!

This place is absolutely darling and very conveniently located. Communication was stellar, apartment was spotless, and kitchen was fully equipped for cooking. Comfortable beds and great views from the balcony. Would highly recommend.

This is a great place! The price is right and the apartment has great views out the bedroom windows!!! It can be noisy from the motos because it is on the main road, but other than that it was exactly what we were looking for!

Nice place, walkable to anything you may need. Susana was welcoming and very responsive.

We loved our stay at Susana's. The balcony view and hammock chairs made it the perfect place for our coffees & wines. It's on the first floor above a dentist office but always quiet. Really close to the shopping centre/ supermarket complex that has restaurants like Sabor Tico (best Casado in CR). The public bus dropped us there and the apartment was just metres away so if you're using public transport to reach Monteverde, this is a really easy location. The kitchen is well stocked with utensils to cook anything you want. We had a small issue with the kitchen sink but Susana was very responsive and I'm sure it's already fixed by now. Overall we had a great stay here !!

Great location in Santa Elena. Easy to get to everything downtown and easy to get to the major attractions around Monteverde. We loved the private balcony off the back of the apartment - great place to sit and have a cafe.

Appartement bien situé. Bon rapport qualité prix et propre. Séjour au top! :-)

Great location and coffee.

Eulogio and his family were excellent hosts. If you are looking for a quiet place away from tourist trappings in a genuine coffee farm with amazing views, this is your place. Eulogio is full of ideas and tips on what to do and where to go. He even knows the bud drivers to the parks so they pick you up right outside the door. Eulogio knows everyone in town it seems so just ask and he helps out with pleasure. I had a really relaxing and authentic farm experience here!

This place is real MOnteverde. A splendid view over the valley, coffee from the monteverde grounds and wonderful people. Shirley , Eulogio and their family take care of you !

Great place in monteverde. The breakfast was amazing. Eulogio's and his family are super friendly and helpful. Walked around his coffee farm and enjoyed the view. Definitely recommend.

Eulogio's place is a great place to stay in Monteverde. You can walk into town and get to all of the attractions. Eulogio and his family are very kind and went above and beyond helping me to get there from San Jose, helping me book excursions, and discussing the coffee business with me.

El lugar es muy agradable e impactante al estar tan cerca de las nubes, la familia muy servicial y al pendiente de nuestras necesidades.

Soggiornare da Eulogio è stata una bella esperienza. Soprattutto molto utile la posizione per la nostra esperienza di canopy del giorno dopo. Ottima camera e colazione! Molto consigliato.

Eulogio and his family were fabulous hosts. They were extremely hospitable, and their farm is awesome! It was located on the quiet mountainside and had awesome views. The coffee is amazing - I would definitely recommend it to anyone that stays there!

Beth and her family were more than accommodating for our trip! We were greeted with baking banana bread in our toaster oven and fresh fruit in the fruit bowl! This was by far our favorite place to stay in all of Costa Rica. We would recommend it to anyone. We loved watching the birds from the porch, hearing the rain in the evening, and walking the property and nearby reserve. Beth is super friendly and insightful and will answer any of your questions. Do not hesitate to stay here. It is even nice by Western standards.

Beth and Manolo were both amazing hosts! They welcomed us to their amazing city, and helped guide us and set up an amazing experience for us. Their hideaway was a great place to stay, and immerse ourselves in all the city has to offer.

STOP SCROLLING NOW and book this place. Honestly. Beth and Manolo are both Superhosts but first and foremost they are such lovely, open, and friendly people. Their Cabina is out of this world - wooden, hand-crafted oasis with the balcony that calls you to sit on it with a book and some drink and enjoy the view and the birds singing. The cabin was also perfectly clean at our arrival and equipped with all you could wish for. Coming back to the hosts :) apart from spoiling us with welcome gifts, which included organic fruit and home-made treats (!) Beth and Manolo helped us at every step of the way and made us feel as if we were visiting our friends or family :) It was such a pleasure to meet them and stay at their beautiful place. Also, if you're looking for a personable, knowledgeable and environmentally responsible guide - Manolo is your guy! We owe him big time for showing us a sloth coming down a tree at night (just few minutes away from the Cabina) as well as for taking us to a family farm and dinner. I highly recommend this listing and if I ever come back to Monteverde this is definitely where I'm staying :)

Thank you Beth and Manolo for your great hospitality! The house is surrounding by jungle at 10 minutes from Monteverde center. The house is better than the pictures! View on jungle (we saw 2 sloths, a toucan, hummingbirds, an a coaty in the property!), comfortable and very charming interior (different form of windows, all made with wood) and Beth let us for our arrival different hand-maded and delicious things to eat (we highly appreciate this kindly attentions). Beth is very sweet and we had few times to speak together. Her husband, Monolo, is an experimented naturalist guide and we took him as a personal guide for visiting Monteverde: It was very interesting and we highly recommend Monolo to discover the incredible cloudy forest! Thank you again to you two!!

It took me a while to write my review because I really wanted it to convey how happy I am that I encountered this place. The house was stunning, seriously our favorite part of our whole trip was our first morning having coffee and home made bread on the porch, watching the sun pour through the forest and listening to the birds. Right after that, Olman told us there was a sloth nearby. We truly walked feet from the house and got to see a sloth! It's a very easy walk into town. The long way is especially beautiful. The house was perfect. What made this experience truly astonishing were the people. Manolo stopped in to make sure we were enjoying our stay, Olman was there for all of our needs- we took the night tour with him and it was soooo fun!! Beth, however, made this trip a vacation. I didn't get to meet her but she worked with me from our planning in October through our stay at her house and even helped me book my transportation AFTER my stay and transactions with her were complete. I could not have done it without her. There is nothing I recommend in Costa Rica more than a stay here!! Maybe try a margarita with the sour oranges, also :)

Beth is a superb airbnb host. Her genuinely warm welcome included not only her amazing fresh-baked banana bread and homemade passion fruit juice, but also a just-the-right-amount-of-info overview of the property, tips on what activities to consider based upon my wishes, and other most helpful logistics. Then, she was off, leaving me to settle into this charming studio. Beth remained on-call for any questions or advice, but was never intrusive. Hospitality is in her genes! As for the studio, it's absolutely one-of-a-kind. The pictures are entirely accurate, with one exception - Beth has added a few things with her guests' comfort in mind, including a neat table for two in the kitchen/entry, an additional Sarchi rocking chair on the veranda, and more original local decor items. The apartment was pristine when I arrived. The high ceilings, the hardwood, the comfortable furnishings, they all compliment the best part of this apartment - the large veranda which faces the forest and running stream just below. Bonuses: - A hot water tank servicing the shower and the kitchen sink - no scary electrical wiring at the shower head! - Parking right off the deck. - Great rural location, but just a few minutes drive to the center of Santa Elena. - Super comfortable bed and linens. Good to know: - If driving here, rent a 4x4. You very likely won't need it, but the extra clearance and robust suspension will ensure that you won't be fretting about the unpaved roads getting here and around Monteverde. - Don't plan on roasting a turkey - the kitchen is modest but perfectly adequate - think countertop appliances and not a range. But that's truly not an issue - Monteverde has so much to keep you active that the last thing you will think about is cooking huge meals - and, Beth has the skinny on the best local restaurants. I had the pleasure of spending a bit of of time with Beth and her husband Manolo and their 7th grade son Amaro (their daughter is away at school). On top of all of the other great reasons to fall in love with this apartment, I left feeling like I was really appreciated as a guest. Just as importantly, I felt gratified that my vacation dollars went to this lovely family's bottom line rather than to some hotel conglomerate's. Manolo is charming and full of local (URL HIDDEN) (he was born and raised here) and Amaro is every bit the gentlemen that his father is. Book it!

Beth and Manolo's Casa Libelula was more than a pleasant stay, it was an experience. The location is right in Monteverde and it fits in perfectly with the environment. We particularly enjoyed the large windows and the charming porch with rocking chairs and hammock. Beth came to greet us with a lot of information about Monteverde and banana bread. We took a hike in the cloud forest with Manolo and saw rare birds and learned about the history of the area. Beautiful experience and wonderful hosts!

Beth definitely deserves the title of super host! When we arrived she had fresh banana bread baking in our oven for us, fresh fruit and a slew of solid recommendations. The place is enchanting - beautiful, equipped with everything we needed and very comfortable.

Nice and clean room very close to the national park.

Casa Valentina was wonderful! Great location. She helped us connect with a wonderful guide who toured us around Monteverde.

Very lovely room, incredible view!

Room is in a secluded location that is close to the Cloud Reserve. It's about a mile to get there so you can walk it which is nice. It is approx 3 miles from town which is a bit more ambitious of a walk. A quick drive however and taxis are aware of the home. The house is split up into three 'zones'. This one is on the bottom and has no kitchen (as advertised). There is ample parking for three vehicles. The walls are very thin. We had a baby staying next to us and when it cried in the middle of the night, we all woke up. This is not a quiet place to stay. There are many other noises ranging from bathroom fans going on in the other rooms to banging from what I assume was the water heater (?) going on or something similar. I had earplugs and was OK. There were limited dishes and towels. No bowls, spoons and only two towels for three of us for three days. There was no room service/cleaning for the duration of our stay. Point blank, new beds are needed. Springs were pushing into my back on the bed I slept in. My wife had the same issue. I suspect there are also pets allowed in this room as I immediately got asthma and stuffed head when entering the room. It subsided when we went out and about. All this made sleeping very challenging which is really the only reason we were there. We did a lot of research prior and the price we got felt like a good value. I'd weigh the cost against the noises and lack of simple things as mentioned above but personally would probably pay a little more and stay somewhere else next time. The price is inexpensive which I'd assume is due to what I mention above. The host was very responsive and helpful and all was clear in terms of check in, details when we were there etc. I don't think they will be able to fix the issues I mentioned so it is what it is. Worth mentioning, this was our first Air BnB so perhaps I'm being overly critical.

Casa Valentina is beautiful! We were amazed by how charming the house is. It's very clean, spacious enough for 4-5 people, and equipped with basic kitchenette. The host even gave us natural cosmetic soap bar and a delicious banana cake. The only issue is that the wifi signal is very weak, and electricity is not very reliable in town, we had power outage several times in the evening. but other than that we had a good stay!

Great location close to both Monteverde and Curi-Cancha National Parks. Clean place, cabling around the room could be done better but doesn't affect quality. Great help with questions and timely replies. Very much recommended.

Great place to stay. Good location clean. Will recommend it.

Great, quiet location and host was very helpful.

This place is AWESOME! It's a very cute petit cozy cabin in a second floor and I strongly recommend it either to loners like me or couples. It really makes you feel that you're in the middle of the forest. It's quiet, highly safe, clean, comfortable and peaceful. The host's house it's just in front so you really feel secure. Downtown (Santa Elena) is aprox 17 minute (or less) walking (and 4 minutes by car) and it's strategically located because you do have a few places (5 minutes waking) to eat (including a bakery and small market), bus service that goes to some of the biological Reserves, etc. Basically it's far from the noise but at the same time close to everything (in case you don't have a car but like to walk just like me). Lastly, Manrique was a GREAT host! he even pampered me by adding a hammock (I love hammocks). He was aware of my questions/additional requests and always friendly to offer a ride whenever he was available. He even invited me one night to gather for cooking and chatting with his brother and friend. Next time I go to Monteverde (Monteverde rooocks!) I will definitely return to this place because THIS is THE SPOT =o)

This place was great! It was close enough to all of the action with a car, but far enough away to feel rustic. The place was clean, the host was super friendly, and it was the perfect escape. Highly recommend

The host is really nice and easy to communicate with. The place is small and cozy. Kitchen has refrigerator and microwave to prepare small meals. The spring bed is a bit uncomfortable as there was no top mattress.

Pasamos unos días muy agradables en Monteverde. La madre de Manrique nos recibió muy amablemente. La cabaña estaba bien. Lo único q nos hizo falta fue una estufa para cocinar.

Perfect place to stay, clean, surrounded by nature, excellent place to relax, close to all activities in monteverde, recommended!!

Wifi was not working, shower was mild at best, not warm. Poorly isolated from the wind, can get quite cold at night. The owner was responsive but in total denial of the issues we mentionned. The Place was clean though, quiet overall. We were just unlucky with a drunk singing party at the neighbours first night.

I had a wonderful time in Monteverde, the apartment was perfect! It was clean and comfortable, is located 5 min from downtown. Manrique was a great host and very welcoming. He gave us suggestions of plenty of cool activities to do. We really enjoyed our time there. I would go back there for sure!!

Manrique was a great host! The house was amazing, close to the town center, the nature and with all the facilities. Highly recommend!!!

Tarcisio and Marianela are the sweetest, kindest, most generous hosts I could have wished for. Their home was lovely, clean and tidy, and wonderfully located within walking distance to the center of Monteverde. My luggage had gotten lost on the way and my plane was delayed. Tarcisio went out of his way to help arrange a ride for me to get to Monteverde. And once I made it there, he kept calling the airline on my behalf to check on my luggage. Marianela's daily breakfast was absolutely delicious. And Tarcisio helped me arrange the most exciting activities while I was there (take him up on the horseback riding to hot springs adventure - it's not at all touristy and you'll have the hot springs completely to yourself). Plus, the people who were staying at the AirBnB were absolutely terrific. I left there having made some great friends. All in all, I can't recommend Tarcisio and Marianela's place enough. You'll be missing out if you stay anywhere else.

This place is simply amazing, located on a hill, with a terrace and withing 5 minutes from the spot where people gather to enjoy the beautiful Monteverde sunset! Tarsicio offered good recommendations on places to go and even booked some activities for us.

This is a good spot to explore the Monteverde region. Tarsico and his family were very friendly and knowledgable about the local area and we enjoyed the breakfasts included each morning. Thank you for the stay!

Tarsicio and Marianela are excellent hosts, very helpful in terms of getting you there, off the bus and to their place. Once you arrive, Tarsicio is ready with a binder full of activities and recommendations. Very helpful and much appreciated. The accommodations were as described in the listing, no issues.

We had a great time in casa alquimia, very friendly, everything was good :)

Excelente lugar para quedarse en Monteverde, el centro queda super cerca a unos 5 minutos en carro de supermercados, cafes, etc... El lugar estaba super limpio y ordenado, es muy acogedor, la cocina esta muy bien equipada. Mino y su familia nos atendieron super bien, contesto todas nuestras preguntas y nos ayudaron a ubicarnos en el área. Definitivamente volvería.

Mino's place was perfectly located for exploring all of the sites around Monteverde like the Cloud Forest. It is very close to the town of Santa Elena which has many restaurants, grocery stores and shopping available. The cabin is very new, comfortable and much bigger than expected based on pictures. Mino is a local guide and can help you book tours for anything you want to see. I highly recommend his place.

We had a wonderful stay at Mino's place! The brand new cabin was very clean and comfortable. The kitchen was really nice to have to prepare meals. Mino and Maria are great hosts. Mino is also an excellent naturalist guide- who knows a lot about the culture and local area: activities, where to eat and buy things. We also hired him to go on a rain forest hike. He has a great eye for spotting wildlife- we saw howler monkeys, white faced capuchins and lots of birds and insects! Highly recommended!! Thanks Mino and Maria!

We had a lovely time at Mino's house! The place is located 3 minutes driving of Santa Elena which makes it a calm place. The house is perfect for a couple, very clean and cosy! We had the chance to share some time with Mino's family, great hospitality and an even more amazing experience! We definitely recommend this place for any travelers in Santa Elena, as well as the diverse activities they can recommend you in the area (coffee plantation and Zipline). Thanks a lot!

Mino was great. I went on his night and day hike through the cloud forest and he gave me good tips on Monteverde. His home is located in a local neighborhood so it was neat to experience that. His home had everything you would need. It's clean, new and very cute. The road is pretty bumpy to get there but do able :) If your looking for a safe, cute, knowledgeable situation right out of the city you will love this.

Nous étions les premiers clients de Mino! Une maison toute neuve, bien propre et avec tout ce qui faut pour séjourner. En arrivant, il n'avait pas complété l'installation, mais ce ne fût pas un empêchement pour nous. Il est également un guide et il nous a fait quelques recommandations sans pousser un service ou un autre. Mino et sa conjointe Maria sont vraiment charmants. Et il ne faut pas se gêner de leur demander s'il manque de quoi. Ils demeurent dans la maison à droite!! Toutefois, vous aurez besoin d'un 4x4 pour vous rendre et surtout pour ressortir!!!

That house is a lot nicer than it looks on the pictures. It is a lot bigger than it looks. And so new! You will need a 4x4 car but its so close to everything. And they can book you tours and give you great advice about everything. We had a wonderful stay and we can highly recomend it! We met maria and her daughter who live next door and they are so wonderful and friendly.

Une belle rencontre dans un lieu magique! Teresa, Eli et leurs enfants sont adorables et de très bon conseil pour toutes les activités à faire dans le coin. La tante et la grand-mère nous ont dorlotés et les petits-déjeuners étaient délicieux. Une adresse à recommander !

What an incredible family! The place is wonderful, our house was made by Eli and Teresita by hand. It was so pretty and convenient. Breakfast was delicious and Teresita booked a tour for US! I would recommend 110% this amazing place with amazing people!

We spent one night at the apartamento to visit the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Our room was at the grandmas house and was equipped with all the things we needed. Teresita helped us booking some tours at Monteverde and was available at anytime. Teresita's family was very hospitably and the homemade breakfast of Teresitas grandma was very delicious. We liked the Costa Rican harmony there.

We had a great stay at this simply-furnished but beautiful upstairs apartment. Tracy, the owners' daughter, runs the show. Since CR doesn't have many addresses (this place included), we had to ask for directions to the local landmark indicated in the directions. From there, a call to the hosts' phone guided us to the right house. The whole family was super friendly! Tracy was very helpful in explaining tour options and helping to book tours. Breakfast = yummy and filling!

Teresita and Eli were beyond gracious hosts. I really enjoyed my time there. They made a huge breakfast the next day. The location is great because it is close to everything yet not in the backpacker madness of the central part of town. I highly recommend them.

Teresita and her family were great hosts for our family of four, and the apartment exceeded our expectations. Our only difficulty was finding the place on the first day, as it on a road parallel to the main highway, but not on it (which is nice from a traffic point of view). This is a spacious, clean apartment on the top level (2nd floor) of a house. The downstairs is occupied by Teresita's mother who cooked us a wonderful breakfast each morning. I should also mention that Teresita and her family were very helpful in helping us line up reservations for activities in the area (and even at our next destination). This was a big plus as they could make the reservation on our behalf and provide us a confirmation slip. The cabin is a short drive from the town of Monteverde. I wouldn't say walking distance (though one could certainly do so if you really wanted to). Also, a 4x4 is not required to get to this apartment (though depending on where you're going in Monteverde may be generally helpful). Overall, I would recommend this place to others. And the hosts were wonderful.

Location is perfect, the place is clean and the people is very kind. Kitchen is not inside the place, it's house shared in the first floor. Keep that in mind for the ones who likes to cook.

Teresita and Eli are wonderful hosts. They make you feel very welcome in their home. Typical breakfasts are delicious and healthy. The house is in a good location near the town of St. Elena and has easy access by car to all the touristic places in Monteverde. We highly recommend this wonderful place in the woods.

Nice little house fully equipped. Wilson lives next door and was very helpful

Ficamos impressionados com o lugar. Além da excelente localização, muito confortável. Pena que só passamos apenas uma noite. Gostaria de voltar :)

Great little AirBnB! Wilson was the perfect host sending us a PDF with an abundance of information for exploring the local area! Stayed here for 2 nights, the apartment was spotless, kitchen has every appliance you could think of and great value for money with air-conditioning! Town centre is about a 6 minute walk from the apartment. Would definitely recommend anyone to stay here!

Well, Mainly thanks to Wilson place our stay in La Fortuna was amazing. In fact we were a bit shocked with high level of his place. We've got fully equiped flat where we felt like at home. Most likely thanks to that we even prelonged our stay in his place. When we will be back in Costa Rica we will be back at Wilson place.

The appartment was very clean and functionnal. However they ask us 10$ in supplement for the third person but i already paid the night on airbnb for 3...

El lugar súper equipado, excelente ubicación, muy ordenado, un lugar donde volvería nuevamente hospedarme en otras oportunidades, es de aprovechar!

Out of a ten day trip to Costa Rica, Wilson's apartment was by far the best that we stayed in. Clean, no bugs, right in downtown Fortuna, and A/C.

Son simeplemente ASOMBROSOS!!!! Los mejores anfitriones que he tenido, extendi con ellos, porque son maravillosos, el lugar impecable, tienen absolutamente todo! Desde una simple cuchara hasta ollas, tostadores, la ubicación es maravilloso, lugar super tranquilo y seguro, y a sólo 5 minutos del centro caminado. Y el trato FABULOSO, te ayudan en todo, son super serviciales. Hizo mi estancia en la fortuna, la mejor!!