Simple elegance in a remote and wild location. HRC Lodge is your doorway to the rainforest. Plant trees and explore natural habitats from a listing that supports the Hacienda Río Cote Reforestation Project. Built on a commanding plateau, with views of Volcano Tenorio, the Río Cote National Forest, and Lake Nicaragua. Easy access to Río Celeste, hot springs, and boating around Lakes Arenal and Cote. Perfect for children, multiple families, groups, and seminars. Now with Starlink HighSpeed WIFI The space Designed by the award winning Marin Arquectectos and Built in 2020 by local craftsman, the lodge features five bedrooms with private baths, as well as 1.5 baths adjacent to the great hall. The Great hall provides dining as well as a seminar space for up to 24 people. The five bedrooms can each accommodate up to four people. The four bedrooms on the second floor all have private terraces overlooking the rainforest and plains of Guatuso and Lake Nicaragua The entire lodge features commanding views of the rainforest and plains below The front of the building is glass, all of which retracts opening the building to the surrounding primary jungle and pastures. All furniture, doors, and interior finishings are from native, sustainably harvested woods, hand crafted by local master woodworkers. The lodge is centered around the themes of the primary Jungle, Guanacaste Culture, and the Indigenous Maleku. The great hall and each bedroom features original paintings from local artists and traditional masks carved and painted by the Maleku. The lodge includes a highspeed Starlink internet connection and can accommodate workshops and seminars. The primary purpose of the lodge is educational, and opportunities to learn about the primary jungle and reforestation can be part of your experience. All income from your stay supports our reforestation efforts which are under contract with the Costa Rican government. Built to U.S code, the lodge features a security system, smoke detectors and external CCTV All bedrooms have individually keyed deadbolts and the compound is gated and locked. The lodge can comfortably sleep up to 20 guests. Your rental includes access, by appointment, to the HRC Wellness Center. It is located on Lake Arenal a 15 min drive from the lodge. At the wellness center you will find a swimming pool, labyrinth, jungle trails, and private access to the lake (please see photos). The lodge features the privacy of a hotel and the intimacy of a home.

## Overview

HRC Lodge offers simple elegance in a remote, natural setting. Serving as a gateway to the rainforest, this property supports the Hacienda Río Cote Reforestation Project, allowing guests to plant trees and explore diverse habitats. Situated on a commanding plateau, it provides stunning views of Volcano Tenorio, the Río Cote National Forest, and Lake Nicaragua. The lodge offers convenient access to Río Celeste, hot springs, and boating opportunities on Lakes Arenal and Cote. It is ideal for children, multiple families, groups, and seminars. The property now includes Starlink high-speed WiFi.

## The Space

Designed by the award-winning Marin Arquitectos and constructed in 2020 by local craftsmen, the lodge features:

- Five bedrooms, each with a private bathroom
- An additional 1.5 bathrooms adjacent to the great hall
- A great hall that serves as both a dining area and seminar space for up to 24 people
- Each bedroom accommodates up to four guests
- Four second-floor bedrooms with private terraces overlooking the rainforest, Guatuso plains, and Lake Nicaragua

The entire lodge offers commanding views of the surrounding rainforest and plains. The front of the building consists of retractable glass walls that open directly to the primary jungle and pastures.

All furniture, doors, and interior finishes are crafted from native, sustainably harvested woods by local master woodworkers. The design centers around themes of the primary jungle, Guanacaste culture, and the Indigenous Maleku community. Original paintings by local artists and traditional Maleku-carved and painted masks decorate the great hall and bedrooms.

The lodge includes a high-speed Starlink internet connection and is equipped to host workshops and seminars. Its primary focus is educational, providing opportunities to learn about the primary jungle and reforestation efforts. All income from stays supports reforestation projects contracted with the Costa Rican government.

Built to U.S. code, the lodge features:

- A security system
- Smoke detectors
- External CCTV surveillance
- Individually keyed deadbolts on all bedrooms
- A gated and locked compound

The lodge comfortably accommodates up to 20 guests.

## Amenities

Your rental includes access, by appointment, to the HRC Wellness Center located on Lake Arenal, approximately a 15-minute drive from the lodge. The wellness center offers:

- A swimming pool
- A labyrinth
- Jungle trails
- Private lake access

The lodge combines the privacy of a hotel with the warmth and intimacy of a home.

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Arenal Jungle Lodge, Pool Access, 5BR, Sleeps 20 - Houses for Rent in Cabanga, Provincia de Alajuela, Costa Rica

The house was very nice, clean, comfortable, and the sorroundings were beautiful. It's a very private location, but you have easy access to the Arenal Lake, which is a nice area full of nature, restaurants and amenities. We had very memorable times doing kayaking, a night walk, and we also went horseback riding. It was tons of fun for our extended family.

We loved our stay at, what our kids affectionally referred to it as, "the jungle house". It was perfect for our large group of 16 people. The kids could run around safely outside and we had plenty of open space to enjoy the kitchen and living area inside. The bedrooms were clean and spacious. Mahar answered all of our many questions and was quick to reply. Downtown La Fortuna is a bit further than we thought, about 1hr 20 minutes. The drive up to the house is very bumpy and curvy for about 20 minutes. Definitely worth it for the incredible view and location! Our family made lifelong memories at the jungle house and we are so grateful!

Hi Rachel, thanks for such a positive feedback. Kids love the bumpy and curvy roads--- gives them a sense of adventure. We love it as well because it keeps the traffic down and all drivers drive slowly. That is an added bonus and it adds to the secluded nature of our location. But secretly, we also wish the roads were better. .

Beautiful secluded place in the middle of the mountains. Wilbert and Reina were welcoming  hosts.

We stayed for a family trip, the common spaces are super comfy, it has board games if yo prefer to stay in, the rooms are very comfortable and private,there is no AC but the temperature is nice and has fans in all the rooms in case needed. The kitchen is very well equipped. It’s perfect for a big family trip. The club is not a the property but it’s close by, is very private and has a nice pool. The house is located in a very quiet and peaceful hill, very far from city noises which makes it perfect for resting. Host is very responsible, friendly and friendly and helpful.  Very recommended for a quiet vacation.

We had a fantastic stay and would definitely book this Airbnb again! It was perfect for our group of 16. We loved that every bedroom had its own bathroom, and having a downstairs bedroom was great for anyone who preferred to avoid stairs. The views were incredible, the large dining table fit our whole group comfortably, and the kitchen was perfect for cooking meals together. Having a washer and dryer was a huge plus, especially with our baby. We also really appreciated that they provided a high chair and playpen, which made traveling so much easier. We had one minor issue with a toilet, and Wilbur came over right away to fix it. He and the team were incredibly kind, helpful, and easy to communicate with. Highly recommend this property for anyone visiting La Fortuna!

Thank you for the lovely review it made our day :)

Our stay was excellent. The property has spectacular views and a very tranquil atmosphere, perfect for disconnecting and enjoying nature. Everything was clean, well cared for and as shown in the photos. Communication with the hosts was outstanding: they always responded very quickly and, when a problem arose, they resolved it immediately without making us wait. In addition, they were very flexible with check-in, giving us the option to use their second property while the first one was being prepared, which was a great touch. When we saw their second property, we thought it was very nice, clean, and cozy. It has excellent views of Lake Arenal, is surrounded by nature, and has a selection of very interesting books that give the place a special touch. I would definitely recommend staying here. We will probably come back on a future visit to La Fortuna.

Nuestra estadía fue excelente. La propiedad tiene unas vistas espectaculares y un ambiente muy tranquilo, perfecto para desconectarse y disfrutar de la naturaleza. Todo estaba limpio, bien cuidado y tal como se mostraba en las fotos. La comunicación con los anfitriones fue sobresaliente: siempre respondieron muy rápido y, cuando surgió algún inconveniente, lo resolvieron de inmediato sin hacernos esperar. Además, fueron muy flexibles con el check-in, dándonos la opción de utilizar su segunda propiedad mientras la primera estaba lista, lo cual fue un gran detalle. Al conocer su segunda propiedad, nos pareció muy bonita, limpia y acogedora. Tiene excelentes vistas al Lago Arenal, está rodeada de naturaleza y cuenta con una selección de libros muy interesantes que le dan un toque especial al lugar. Sin duda recomendaría hospedarse aquí, probablemente volvamos en una próxima visita a La Fortuna.

Stayed at this Airbnb with my family and it was great! The hosts were very easy to get ahold of and were very attentive to our needs throughout our stay. Beautiful location!

It was great having your group stay with us. Thanks Gerald. Come back again if you are in Guanacaste area.

Beautiful, super comfortable house with a spectacular view! Ideal for large families or groups of friends who want to share. The rooms are super comfortable, each with its own bathroom, which provides a lot of comfort when several families travel together. The hosts are super attentive, always helpful, and go the extra mile. Fully recommended.

Casa preciosa súper cómoda y la vista espectacular! Ideal para familias grandes o grupos de amigos que desean compartir, las habitaciones súper cómodas cada una con su propio baño lo que da muchísima comodidad cuando viajamos varias familias juntas. Los anfitriones súper atentos siempre dispuestos y dando la milla extra. Full recomendada

Comfortable, spacious, and very nice place. Mahar was helpful in resolving issues and attentive to our questions.

Lugar comodo y espacioso y muy bonito, Mahar estaba atento para solucionar los problemas y atento a nuestras preguntas

Spacious accommodation with beautiful views; a nice gift awaits the guest. Very attentive staff.

Alojamiento amplio con lindas vistas, un lindo regalo espera al huésped. personal muy atento.

Carlos Arturo and his group did enjoy their stay in HRC lodge. They loved the ambiance, the artwork, well-kept but minimalist private rooms, and the splendid kitchen. They also enjoyed the wellness center as was evident from the squeals and exuberant laughter of kids. Our lodge as well as wellness center staff had very positive interaction with this lovely group. They were so courteous to the staff as well as respectful about the whole facility and its amenities. We loved hosting them and our lodge will always welcome them if they pass by Guanacaste again. Thank you Carlos for choosing to stay with us.

Words cannot really describe how beautiful this location is. The house feels like it was dropped into the location - kind of remote but all the amenities you’d need, and the room set up is phenomenal. Great for a bigger family event. The views are incredible! Clean and the welcome basket of fresh fruits was an amazing touch!

Beautiful location! The places were very clean and we were very well looked after. Thanks for everything!!

Emplacement magnifique ! Les lieux étaient très propres et nous avons été très bien accueillis. Merci pour tout !!

Beautiful private location and lodge.  Highly recommend.  Perfect for our group of 11 to stay.  Each family group had their own room and bathroom.  Loved being able to do laundry on site and to cook family meals in the kitchen and on the grill.  Didn’t realize they would have a large bowl of fruit so that was a great surprise.  We did enjoy the papaya, pineapple, bananas, and apples.  Description did say place would have oil and salt and pepper so we didn’t buy any before we arrived but we took advantage of the private transportation so our driver was able to run us to a close store to get some.  I can’t say enough good things about using the transport option.  Our driver was Pablo.  He was fabulous.  He helped  translate and gave us great recommendations for things to do and places to eat.  He felt like a member of our family by the end of our stay.  We also did the chef prepared meal option one night and the meal and service were fabulous.   We also enjoyed the hike on the property.

Emmanuel, how nice that you have so kindly shared your beautiful experiences at Hacienda rio Cote lodge and wellness center. Come back anytime. It was our pleasure hosting you. Thank you very much.

Was very happy with this property and communication with the hosts. The only downside (but nothing to do with the property) is the road - full size suv 4WD is the must and no shortcuts should be taken Definitely recommend if you are looking for a ZEN stay!

Tatiana, I love your "ZEN stay" comment and am delighted that your experience was so good. Thank you.

HRC Lodge was an absolutely amazing experience for our family! We were a large group and the lodge was perfect—spacious, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed, with every room having its own private bathroom. The property itself is stunning: peaceful, lush, and surrounded by nature, making it the ideal place to relax and disconnect. Mahar was fantastic—always quick to respond, incredibly helpful, and made the entire stay effortless. The wellness center was a huge highlight for us, especially the beautiful pool and warm water, and the lake being just a short drive away made it even better. We truly loved every moment of our stay and are already looking forward to coming back! 🌿✨

Thank you, Roberto, it was a pleasure hosting you!

The lodge was beautiful, clean and comfortable with plenty of space for our 2 families and worked well for our stay. The road to access the property was a bit difficult, so we were very happy we had booked meals from the lodge so we didn't have to drive at night. The meals were were very good and made things much easier. The host and staff were very helpful and responsive throughout our stay. Overall, we enjoyed our time and would recommend it.

We had an amazing stay! The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, Rebeca and Wilbert made us feel right at home. They cooked delicious meals for us, including the most amazing handmade tortillas. The property was spotless, very clean and well-organized, making it perfect for a family getaway or a trip with friends. The lake is just a short drive away, and they even organized a boat trip for us, which was one of the highlights of our stay. We also had lunch at a fantastic restaurant they recommended.  Mahar also arranged a BBQ at the house, and the people who came to cook were fantastic, the food was delicious and the whole experience was so much fun. Overall, a wonderful experience. We definitely recommend it!

Really enjoyed the stay, total get away from everything

Stayed at the lodge for a couple of nights. The place was wonderful and I would recommend! Looked just like the pictures. There are bugs around the property, obviously like other reviews stated, but they weren’t inside the rooms. The staff is wonderful and super helpful with whatever you need. We booked a chef last minute through the Airbnb for breakfast and really enjoyed that. We also booked a driver through the Airbnb - I wouldn’t recommend that. It’s a flat daily fee but the driver kept trying to charge us extra. They also kept severely overestimating the time it would take to get to places and severity of the roads and made us change plans even though we ended up getting to locations easily and early/on time. Mahar was great at helping us sort out issues with them though! If all of your itinerary is outside of the lodge, I’d maybe stay closer to that as the house is a bit out of the way. We chose it bc it was in the middle of Fortuna and Monteverde and worked well for us.

Anyone curious about booking the bus and driver is welcome to look through our other reviews, a number of which praise the experience. Communication was particularly difficult and often last minute with this group. Ultimately, their proposed itinerary did not follow a logical route through the country resulting in extra miles traveled and hours wasted. The group actually ended up leaving the lodge a night early when they realized that their day trip was actually 3+ hours away en route to their next destination. This is something anyone could verify with Google Maps well ahead of time. If you’re curious about booking the bus and Driver, please do have a chat with me beforehand where we can go over your itinerary. I’ll be more than happy to advise what is and isn’t included and to make suggestions so that your time spent in Costa Rica is as enjoyable as it possibly can be.

We booked the lodge for a 9-person meditation retreat, and overall, it was a wonderful experience. The property is stunning, with woodwork and artwork that create a peaceful, unique atmosphere. The chefs brought on prepared amazing meals, and our driver Sandro was amazing. Waking up to the sound of cows in the distance added a charming, grounding touch to our mornings. The jungle tour with Allan was a big win! We also appreciated the included yoga mats. The lodge is about 2.5 hours from Liberia Airport (LIR). While the drive offers nice views, the roads can be unpredictable with potential for landslides or delays, so plan accordingly. This location is ideal if you’re looking for a more off the grid experience.

The house is very spacious, very nice, a spectacular view and has everything you need to be comfortable

la casa es muy espaciosa, muy linda, una vista espectacular y tiene todo lo necesario para estar comodo

The house is very comfortable, the view is spectacular, I highly recommend the place.

la casa es muy comoda,  la vista es espectacular, recomiendo mucho el lugar.

Loved our stay here, the location is remote with beautiful views, and it opens up beautifully with great breezes throughout the day.  It was a perfect getaway for our group.

HRC Lodge is a peaceful place with amazing views. It is a perfect option for family reunions. We celebrated our dad 90 yrs old in the lodge and it was amazing.

The gite is amazing Very clean and quality bathrooms The environment near the pool is amazing Nature is beautiful We'll be back

Le gîte est incroyable Très propre et des salle de bain de qualité L environnement près de la piscine est incroyable La nature est magnifique Nous reviendrons

Amazing lodge for a getaway! Great privacy and the host was very responsive. Be sure to check out the pool too which is off the property but amazing. Very green lands all around the lodge. A little bumpy roads to get to the property but it’s very much worth it!

Simple, comforting, full of heart and soul, and provides everything that you didn't even know you needed. Jorge (the host), Pablo (our driver), and Maria (our cook) were all amazing and helpful. They felt like family. And Mahar, our contact, was always helpful and responsive with everything that we needed. The lodge is beautiful, beds are comfortable, water is hot, the kitchen is well-equipped, and the view, birds, and animals are impressive. A beautiful place to experience Costa Rica off the beaten path. And that said, the road up to it is quite rough. Just be prepared for that, and that it's not a quick run to town to get supplies or go to the wellness centre (it wasn't as accessible as we initially thought). And you do have to be mindful of ants in the lodge (like most tropical places). A wonderful place to reset and connect to nature while still being close enough to do day trips to La Fortuna and Rio Celeste. We enjoyed our time here.

Hands down, beauty home and views. If I could give this home a 20 I would. Mahar was great setting us up. Jorge took care of all us woman. Sandro our driver was the kindest and patient man. Maria and Ana!! Food made with love!!! The whole week almost every meal they cooked for us. We couldn’t have asked for better people to help host our retreat. Ours Vida!!

I hosted a retreat here, both I and the girls fell in love with this place!! The girls could not spot raving about how beautiful the lodge was. It was the perfect place with the views, private room balconies, farm lunches, pool and labyrinth. And that’s not even all of it!!! So so grateful to have found this gem. Mahar was so responsive and we were so grateful to have him and Jorge!! We will definitely be coming back soon!! Perfect for big groups or retreats🤍

Mahar was super friendly, the house is a dream and it feels like a paradise all the surrounding nature. My brother-in-law forgot his wedding ring and Mahar was so kind that she sent it to our next destination and saved my sister's marriage 🤭

Mahar fue super amable, la casa es un sueño y parece un paraíso toda la naturaleza alrededro. Mi cuñado olvidó su anillo de matrimonio y Mahar fue tan amable que lo mandó a nuestro próximo destino y salvó el matrimonio de mi hermana 🤭

This is a wonderful spot to stay in Costa Rica! The lodge is modern and well designed. We had a group of 11 people, from kids to seniors, and had plenty of room. The rooms were clean and had everything we needed for a great stay. We only stayed 3 nights, so unfortunately we did not make it to the center to plant trees or swim. The only site manager was friendly, kind, and helpful. They cooked us an excellent meal on one of the nights we were there. Highly recommend! There is also a grocery store and excellent restaurant just down the road in town. Lots to do, and wish we could have stayed longer. As other reviewers have said, the dirt road up to the lodge is full of large pot holes… you def will want a 4wheel vehicle. It’s also a bit hard to drive the dirt road at night due to the fog (clouds), but we didn’t let it stop us. Note that there is no air conditioning … but there are fans in each room that help with air flow at night. Excellent stay, highly recommend.

HRC Lodge was an incredible experience for my family. We had a big group and were very comfortable at the lodge. The rooms are spacious and comfortable and all have their own bathroom. The surroundings are gorgeous and peaceful. Jorge took us on a hike around the farm, helped us plant a tree, cut us down coconuts to drink from and took us fishing - right on the property! The wellness center is great for the pool as well. We really enjoyed our stay and can't wait to come back. Mahar was always responsive and very helpful. A great experience all around!

Great place and great host. Jorge is very attentive and nice person. Would recommend.

This house is as spacious and beautiful as in the pictures and has the best equipped kitchen that we have seen in Costa Rica! The service both on and offline was super friendly! We booked the in house cook, did the hike to the waterfall with Jorge (it’s steep but our four year olds enjoyed it) and spent nice hours at the wellness center in the pool and planting trees. There is a fantastic German bakery in town and we also highly recommend the sloth’s territory jn la Fortuna. We really enjoyed our stay, the only downside is the bumpy road to the house and the surprising amount of mosquitos

I cannot say enough good things about this place. We had a party of 11 and rented the entire lodge for a week. It is even more beautiful than the photos. Mahar was always responsive and Jorge was a shining light with all his wonderful recommendations and helpful information.  I may go as far as to say Jorge was the best host I’ve ever had. Thank you Mahar and Jorge for a magical week. We will never forget it.

We recently had an amazing experience at HRC Lodge in Costa Rica. From the moment we made the reservation, hosts Mahar and Jorge provided exceptional service and care. Despite our late arrival due to navigating the winding roads, Jorge warmly greeted us and made us feel at home. Mahar's hospitality was truly exceptional. He went above and beyond to ensure every detail of our stay was perfect. From coordinating our special event to constant communication and attention to detail, his dedication was commendable. Mahar also addressed our transportation needs, organizing seamless options. Although we ended up renting a vehicle, he even connected us with a knowledgeable local guide for trip planning. The lodge's tranquil setting amidst rolling hills provided breathtaking views. The unpaved route was easily manageable, leading us to a serene ambiance and fresh air upon arrival. The lodge impressed us with delicious fresh fruit from nearby farms, adding an authentic touch.

A wonderful house, I would make it a pool on the same property so that it ends up being a top of the house. The property where the pool is beautiful but does not have the amenities for a large family and spending the day and has its own schedules of being able to go.

Una casa maravillosa, le haría una piscina en la misma propiedad para que termine de ser un top de casa. La propiedad donde está la piscina es bonita pero no tiene las comodidades como para una familia grande y pasar el día y tiene sus horarios de poder ir.

We had to good fortune to stay at the HRC Lodge for Spring Break 2023. HRC met and exceeded our expectations. First of all - the location is stunningly beautiful. You gaze out onto lush pasture/cloud forest - with views that are constantly changing. The lodge itself is new, clean, well-appointed, and extremely comfortable. The bedrooms are large; the beds are really comfortable; and the showers in the bathroom are luxurious. There is a huge common open space and a well-appointed kitchen. We made breakfast every day and cooked dinner a couple of times during our stay. Mahar and the property manager, Jorge, were responsive to our questions, and provided plenty of advice for activities that were nearby- #1- Don’t miss the wellness center. #2 All of us were able to plant trees on the property which was one simple way to give back to this beautiful Country. We cannot say enough great things about HRC Lodge. It really made our Costa Rican vacation unique and enjoyable.

We had an amazing stay at HRC! Mahar is the best, most helpful, and most responsive host we've ever had for any airbnb. He's incredible. The location is very peaceful and serene. Nuevo Arenal is a nearby town. And Arenal and the hot springs aren't too far. We would definitely come back. I highly recommend hiring the HRC staff to cook dinner for you at least one night (or more) and also breakfast. It was a treat and made things really easy!

I highly recommend this place. It is beautiful and clean. All my needs where taken care of. Mahar and the crew at HRC went out of their way to make sure I got where I needed to go and had anything I needed. They are so kind and generous. I plan on coming back one day.

Mahar’s Lodge is exactly as it describes. Super tranquil and peaceful. It is very remote so plan accordingly. Great for large groups. All the bedrooms have bathrooms which is a huge plus. Great place to stay if planning on visiting the volcano or cloud forest. Get a 4x4 rental car.

I would recommend this place to everyone! Mahar and the HRC team are delightful and incredible hosts. We had a sensational time at the property and the wellness centre. Everything was as promised and Mahar/Jorge were helpful at all times. Would suggest you take part in the reforestation too, you'll be at one with the place. Make sure to eat at the property too, you're in for a treat. Thank you so much for everything and we hope to visit this place again soon!!

We loved this airbnb! It was absolutely beautiful, the views were awesome and the house was pretty and very clean. We stayed here with two families (5 adults and 3 kids) and it worked well for us. The kitchen is well equipped with everything we needed and beds were comfortable. Mahar and Jorge were so helpful in making sure we had everything we needed and helped us arrange lots of things over the course of our stay. We had one dinner prepared by the team and another dinner from a grill master (both delicious), massages (SO good!), and visited the wellness center to explore and swim. Mahar also gave us tons of recommendations to help us figure out what excursions to do. I will note that the location is more remote and it gets foggy at night and early in the mornings so we preferred to have dinners at the house rather than venturing out. But we ventured out a bunch during the day with no problems. Thanks for a memorable and fun stay!

Our group of 9 loved loved loved our stay! Couldn’t have been better! Will definitely be back! Jorge was great! Check in and checkout were easy! The place was magical. Highly recommend!

Great experience! The place seemed even bigger than the photos that we saw and everything was new. The woodwork was beautiful and so were the paintings. The road was a little rough for a car, towards the end, but worked out okay. The location isn’t close to town, but the views and place were well worth it. Communication went extremely well with the property manager who lives at the next house over. We were welcomed with a large fruit basket as well.

Great value. Very spacious. Very clean and well appointed. Beautiful views, quite remote.

Great stay and awesome host! Thank you Mahar

Such an amazing  house! Jorge was an amazing host! 100% recommended for those who wants to get disconnected for a bit!

Excellent stay perfect place for big parties and located close to different national parks.

The house is beautiful and so is the town. Communication with Mahar was very fast, pleasant, always willing to help. Thank you, my family really enjoys it.

La casa es hermosa y la localidad también. La comunicación con Mahar fue muy rápida agradable siempre dispuesto ayudar. Gracias, mi familia disfruto mucho.

We visited for my wife’s 30th birthday with some friends. Before the trip even began Mahar and his team were incredibly helpful. They provided recommendations and helped us to coordinate airport transportation and meals. The road up to the house is quite bumpy but our van made it up and down each time just fine. We recommend driving it in the daytime first to get the lay of the land. The house is clean and spacious and had everything we needed. Heads up that there are no couches but the rocking chairs in the main area were great. Also the main space has AC but the separate rooms do not. We were fine for the most part but a few of requested fans for our rooms which helped. The views of the valley below are incredible. We also scheduled the private chef Arturro and he was AMAZING. He was flexible with dietary needs and everything was delicious. Him and his team even made a special drink. We also spent time at the wellness center, which was a nice retreat from jungle activities. Highly recommend staying here for the staff, views and it is within a 1-2 hr drive to other activities if you don’t want to spend all your time at the lake. Thank you again for the perfect getaway!

Very nice house. But they do not specify that the pool is elsewhere and that they also condition it to be able to use it.

Casa muy bonita. Pero no especifican que la piscina está en otro lugar y además que la condicionan para poder usarla.

This is incorrect.   Under each of the photographs of the pool it says "by appointment"  In the text, the description of the wellness center says “by appointment”   Our description explicitly says the wellness center is 15 min away on the lake and is a 2nd property.   Many of our 28 other wonderful reviewers discussed the wellness center and its distance from the lodge as well as their appreciation for the experience of the pool, trails, labyrinth and private access to Lake Arenal.

A super comfortable home to walk around with a group of friends or family. The kitchen and super spacious spaces are very complete.

Una casa super cómoda para pasear con un grupo de amigos o en familia. Muy completa la cocina y los espacios super amplios.

The HRC lodge is absolutely stunning.  We were met upon arrival by Jorge and he showed us around the building and also told us about a few hiking trails we could visit during our stay.  The waterfall hike is a must! Ince inside the house you are met with fantastic views of a valley and forest along the Rio Cote.  We saw two toucans within the first 20min of being there.  Jorge was extremely helpful and took us on a tour of the areas they are reforesting as well as a hike to the local springs where we visited a woman who has lived there for 40years.  She welcomed us into her home and gave us insight into her life and way of living.  Mahar was also fantastic.  He provided accurate and clear directions to help find the house as well as helping to organize an amazing night tour with local guide Allan.  Overall, we cannot recommend the HRC lodge enough and we hope to be able to visit again very soon! Pura vida.

If you’re looking for a place to be away from everything and surrounded by tranquility then you’ve found it! The HRC reforestation lodge is nestled in a beautiful area yet has an incredible space with wonderful amenities! The lodge was gorgeous, the rooms spacious (and a bathroom with each!), and the staff phenomenal. We very much enjoyed having some meals prepared by the lodge staff (dinner and breakfasts). The food was delicious!! Jorge was amazing and helped us coordinate some last minute transportation for our group. Recommend either a car with 4x4 capability or at least one with good clearance as the roads to the lodge can get pretty rough. Close enough to La Fortuna and Arenal area without being in the ‘tourist’ area which was wonderful. Communication with Mahar was fast and he was so helpful with any questions we had.

We had a wonderful stay at the HRC Lodge.  The grounds are beautiful and the place is so spacious for a family.   Mahar and Jorge were very easy to deal with and very responsive.  We also highly recommend doing the in-house chef service - amazing food and very customizable menu!

This is a true superhost. Mahar was very accommodating and flexible with our group. All the gifts like huge fruit basket and hats were a very welcoming touch and the barn like home was spectacular to stay in. It took us about an hour and 20 minutes to get the the hot springs and the road up is very windy with pot holes. The wellness centre was beautiful to visit and very private. Really enjoyed the house and the people at this property.

This lodge is incredible. Mahar and Jorge were very communicative, friendly, and went out of their way to help us feel welcome. Mahar was always available to provide suggestions and answer questions, as well as help set up food/entertainment/excursions. The first night there, we has a grillmaster, Erick, come in and prepare an amazing meal of local meats and vegetables. Then Eric came and provided karaoke set up so we could sing for a couple of hours. everyone was friendly and accommodating and we couldn't imagine a better start to the trip. Mahar also helped with Cavernas Venados reservations and breakfast provisions. An incredible stay at a beautiful place. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! Thank you!

Very large place with many beds and bathrooms. We were a group of 8 people and we had plenty of room. The place was extremely clean and very well maintained. We had everything we needed. Mahar organized for us 2 dinners with 2 different chefs on 2 different nights and it was amazing. One night a grill-master came (Erick), we had steak, it was really good and very affordable. An other night we had a meal prepared by a chef (Arturo), it was a 4 course meal, and seriously the best meal we had in Costa Rica. They even decorated the table, everything was perfect! On our last day we even planted trees with our host Jorge, a great way to feel attached to this beautiful place.

Mahar place is a quiet, clean, spacious and calming place. Mahar and Jorge were very helpful and friendly, they are  super hosts! This place Couldn’t have been better. The house  is beautiful and equipped with everything we needed.

We had the best time at the lodge! Perfect view!!! The lodge had everything we could dream of The host took care of all our needs. We already booked another 3 nights for April!

My family and I (a group of 15 people) had a wonderful time at the Lodge. The views are amazing!  The rooms are very spacious and all have closet space and a desk. The beds were very comfortable and I loved that the showers had very hot water. The right corner room upstairs has the biggest balcony, but they each have a great spacious balcony. The kitchen is fully equipped. We love cooking and cooked all our meals during our stay. They left us a welcome basket of very fresh fruit, which we very much enjoyed! Jorge and Mahar were great to communicate with. We visited their wellness center, which was reserved just for us and Wilson was waiting for us to help us get settled. We had a wonderful time! Very nice pool and beautiful green areas to walk around including an entrance to the lake. Please note the center is 15 - 20 min from the lodge on the main road. It's a short distance but the last 15 minutes of the road to get to the lodge is in pretty bad shape. I'd recommend going in a 4X4. Part of our group took bike rides in the mornings and also to the wellness center. It was fun! On our last day Jorge took us to plant some trees, and it formed a very special part of our trip. All the adults and kids really enjoyed planting the trees :) This is the perfect place for large groups. Highly recommended!

We had a wonderful stay, and a few very productive days working and studying remotely from the property. Mahar and Jorge were excellent hosts, helping us procure dairy from a neighboring farm and even catching a fish from a tilapia pond on the property. Communication and organization were all excellent. The house is very well built, with a full kitchen, laundry room, great common areas and a lot of privacy in the bedrooms, which are set up for working, with a desk and wifi throughout. Beautiful views, lovely walks through the property, as well as access to the wellness center on Lake Arenal (15-20mins drive) with a beautiful pool and trails. Easy access to Lake Arenal and surrounding areas by car.

Our family of ten (grandparents, adults, young grandchildren) loved Costa Rica’s beaches, but we also wanted to experience the scenic Arenal region. The HRC Reforestation Lodge was perfect: the views were even more stunning than photos, the lodge is filled with comfortable, beautiful hand crafted furniture, vibrant art, and spacious kitchen/rooms. Mahar was easily the most attentive and welcoming host of our many AirB&B visits. The meals his staff prepared were delicious, healthy, and generous. We also enjoyed a great dinner at one of his suggested restaurants, Casa Italia. The HRC activities made the stay especially memorable. The family loved riding horses at Carlos and Alex’s nearby El Establo; they ensured that the children (5 & 8) enjoyed a fun and safe ride, and we all appreciated learning about their extensive work with equine therapy. Afterwards, we enjoyed a refreshing swim at the Wellness Center pool. A special highlight was our farm tour with Jorge. We hiked to a beautiful waterfall, then planted trees. This activity was important to our family, as we wanted to make sure that the children understood HRC’s commitment to reforestation. All four kids, armed with child-sized shovels, eagerly helped Jorge plant their saplings. For a unique, authentic Costa Rican experience, our family highly recommends a visit to Mahar’s lodge.

Such a wonderful house. So clean and comfortable. The view was spectacular and will miss having coffee on the veranda. We absolutely loved our time here and it made our Christmas special. Perfect for large families. the Host went the extra mile to make our stay special.

The property is amazing, location is a gem “off the beaten path” and both Jorge and Mahar are great hosts.. without them the stay would not be the same, my 2 daughters planted trees with Jorge the morning of our departure which was a really nice send off. Highly recommend HRC!

Wonderful and new place. Both mahar and jorge were really helpful and communicative. Roads to the airbnb were the only negative especially after rainy season

The place is beautiful, a very comfortable house full of very nice details, we highly recommend this place.

El lugar es hermoso, una casa muy cómoda llena de detalles muy lindos, recomendamos mucho este lugar.

Mahar, he is a great host, attentive, friendly and available to evacuate any questions or queries. She also takes care of every detail and is in touch with her visitors to make the holidays a success. I give Mahar a 1000 rating!!!!

Mahar, es un gran anfitrión, atento, amable y disponible para evacuar cualquier duda o consulta. Además cuida de cada detalle y esta en contacto con sus visitantes para que las vacaciones sean un éxito. Le doy a Mahar un 1000 de calificación!!!!

Beautiful home and Mahar was exceptional with organizing our last minute stay!

HRC is a paradise within the paradise of Costa Rica! The view is just spectacular! Don Jorge and Wilson are incredible heart-warming people! Mahar was out of town when we were there, but always kept in touch, excellent communication! The welness center is fabulous! The kids enjoyed the pool and the walk within the center. I've stayed in a lot of airbnb's from several countries... This is definitelly on our top 3! You can't go wrong with this place! 🥳🥳

Mahar and his team are incredible! From organizing a last minute bus to pick up 24 people in liberia and bring them to the lodge. To providing an incredible wedding with a gorgeous costa rican country side setting. Complete with a city grade celebration of fireworks overlooking the valley. He arranged for multiple meals cooked for us by Marcos, Maria, Vilma, Isabel, and Jorge; their cooking is fantastic! These folks are incredibly friendly and an absolute joy to be around and learn the area from. We used the wellness center and all the kids loved the pool/labyrinth/ hiking trails available. Be sure to arrange have Mahar arrange horse riding tours with Carlos. His family is extremely kind and friendly. They provided food in between people taking turns going on a wonderful horse ride with incredible views of the lake. If you want/need photos of your trip or wedding taken ask about Joice! She was so much fun to work with, you could tell she was having just as much fun as yourself! All in all this is the best AirBNB we have stayed at to date and we will never forget this trip!

Hi Hannah,  Thank you for your feedback. It was truly a pleasure to work with you and your family and we're thrilled that you all enjoyed your stay at Hacienda Rio Cote. Ashely, Marcos, Vilma, Maria, Isabel and Jorge send their regards.  Best, Mahar

Mahar was very responsive and helpful before and throughout our stay. Beautiful and spacious property in a quiet part of Arenal. Perfect for large groups.

We had an amazing time at Mahar's lodge. It is located in a beautiful and quiet spot, with a great view to the mountains. The house is great for a big family or multiple friends as it has 5 independent rooms. The wellness center is about a 15 min drive, and has an amazing pool. Mahar and his family went above and beyond to make our stay an amazing one, including helping us with some car troubles we had, taking us on a tour of the grounds/small waterfall and planting a tree, thank you!

We a group of 14 people with kids had a great time at the HRC lodge. The house is new and has 5 large bedrooms with attached bathrooms. The house has a beautiful view and is 20 minutes away from Nuevo Arenal. We also used the pool at the lake which is part of the HRC lodge. The house is well equipped and the host provides great leisure recommendations. Thank you.

We loved the place. It's secluded but close to everything. Restaurants, pharmacy, supermarkets, tours, etc. It has very good design, spectacular views, with excellent quality finishes and architectural and construction details that reflect the effort of all the participants to achieve a high quality project. The decor reflects a support of local culture, with works of art from the Malekos indigenous people, locals, and other works by Costa Rican and international artists. Also very nice floral trim and courtesy fruits. The pool is in the "wellness center", next to Lake Arenal, 10 min from the house, with all the facilities of walk-in closets, shower, ...apart from trails and the maze. Very complete equipment, everything new and clean, and a wonderful BBQ. Honestly, I've never been to an Airbnb so stocked with everything. Jorge, the manager, lives on the property, very close, and is always attentive to guests. So I recommend it 100% and keep in mind that the weather in the area is very variable, fog, rain, wind, sun... which is part of the charm of Arenal. Enjoy!

El lugar nos encantó. Esta aislado pero cerca de todo. Restaurantes, farmacia, súper mercado, tours, etc. Tiene muy buen diseño, vistas espectaculares, con acabados de excelente calidad y detalles arquitectónicos y de construcción que reflejan el empeño de todos los participantes por lograr un proyecto de gran calidad. La decoración demuestra un apoyo a la cultura local, con obras de arte de los indígenas malekos, gente de la zona, y otras obras de artistas costarricenses e internacionales. También adornos florales muy bonitos y frutas de cortesía. La piscina está en el “wellness center”, junto al Lago Arenal, a 10 minutos de la casa, con todas las facilidades de vestidores, ducha, ...aparte de senderos y el laberinto. El equipamiento muy completo, todo nuevo y limpio, y un BBQ maravilloso. La verdad nunca había estado en un Airbnb tan surtido de todo. Jorge, el encargado, vive en la finca, muy cerca, y está siempre atento para con los huéspedes. Así que lo recomiendo cien por ciento y tengan presente que el clima en la zona a es muy variable, neblina, lluvia, viento, sol,.. lo que es parte del encanto de Arenal. Disfruten!

Mahar was a great host! Responded very quickly, and was very accommodating to our needs/requests. Check-in instructions were super detailed and helpful. The houser is amazing with wonderful mountain and lake views, was very clean and well stocked. We could not have asked for a better location. Overall a great place; we would stay here again easily! We visit Rio Celeste, Nuevo Arenal, and a water fall near the house.

This place was amazing. It is exactly as the pictures show. Big, bright and comfortable for large groups. Mahar is a great host, always available when we needed something and easy to talk to. He provided all the information about the place and its surroundings. I really recommend this place

Wonderful house with an unbeatable view ideal for retreat with family, friends or colleagues in a space with all the facilities. The finishes are impeccable and the host's attention and disposition undoubtedly invite you to return. The available lakefront space is spectacular and is to admire the devotion and care with which it has been created.

Maravillosa casa con una vista inmejorable ideal para retirarse con familia, amigos o colegas en un espacio con todas las facilidades. Los acabados son impecables y la atención y disposición del anfitrión sin duda invitan a volver. El espacio disponible frente al lago es espectacular y es de admirar la devoción y cuidado con que lo han creado.

The house is spectacular, even better than the photos, everything is new and has everything you need to have a perfect stay, the rooms and beds are very comfortable, each with a balcony and very nice views. The house is surrounded by pure nature so there is a lot of peace and incredible views. The pool area is less than ten minutes away, it is very nice, you can hike and see the lake from the edge. What we liked the most was how attentive and cordial Mahar was always to serve us and help us with everything, thank you very much. I recommend the house 100% and hope we can come back.

La casa es espectacular, mejor aún que las fotos, todo está nuevo y tiene todo lo necesario para tener una estadía perfecta, los cuartos y camas muy cómodas cada uno con balcón y vistas muy bonitas. La casa está rodeada de pura naturaleza por lo que hay mucha paz y unas vistas increíbles. El área de la piscina está a menos de diez minutos, es muy bonita, se pueden hacer caminatas y ver el lago desde el borde. Lo que más nos gustó fue lo atento y cordial que siempre estuvo Mahar para atendernos y ayudarnos con todo, muchas gracias. Recomiendo la casa 100% y espero que podamos volver.

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