Tadora

Reviews

28 total reviews

93% Excellent

28 reviews

4.89

2023–2026

Cleanliness 5.0

Accuracy 4.8

Communication 5.0

Location 4.7

Check-in 4.9

Value 4.9

28 reviews

2BR Home in La Fortuna

Tara

Excellent, 4 weeks ago

This was a great airbnb. We loved the close proximity to La Fortuna/El Salto and other activities. It's also wonderful to just relax at. The kids loved the pool and slide while we hung out in the hammocks at the Ranchero. The bedrooms are very spacious and comfortable. We cooked multiple meals in the kitchen and it was not only stocked with basic utensils, but possibly overstocked! We also did loads of laundry and the more traditional washing machine was efficient and flexible. We had a little concern with the hot water heaters that Tadora addressed immediately with a friendly troubleshooting phone conversation. The local kitty came to visit. And there are fruit trees on property that Tadora offered to us if ready. We enjoyed a fresh and sweet pineapple. As noted with some reviews, there is a courtyard area that each of the bedrooms and kitchen/living room open up to. Think of it as a giant (outdoor)family room instead of "seperate" houses that are around it.

Host Response

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review, Tara! It truly means a lot to me. I’m so happy you and your family enjoyed your stay, from relaxing in the hammocks and swimming in the pool to exploring La Fortuna and El Salto. It was my pleasure to help with the water heater, and I’m glad we were able to get everything sorted out quickly. I’m also thrilled you enjoyed the fresh pineapple—it’s one of my favorite things to share with guests! Thank you for mentioning the courtyard layout as well; I think your description of it as a big outdoor family room is perfect. It was a pleasure hosting you, and I hope Casa Tadora welcomes you and your family back again someday. Safe travels! 🌿☀️🏡

The location is peaceful with a great, fully fenced yard and a view of the Arenal volcano. We were a bit concerned about the bedrooms only being accessible by outside doors, but our grandkids (8 & 12) had no issues with the set up. The outdoor area is awesome with lots of seating and a decent sized pool and water slide. The hosts are very responsive and gave Juan helped us book a coffee and chocolate tour. Thanks Juan!

Host Response

Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We hope to see you again in the future!

The house is very nice, very clean, it has everything you need for a private and quiet stay. The kitchen is well stocked. The rooms are quite spacious and separate. The internet works well, however it does not cover the entire house, in the ranch area it does not reach far enough, there is no local television and we had problems connecting the cell phone and projecting. The hosts always answered our questions and the level of response was always almost immediate!

Host Response

Thank you for your feedback. It is very much appreciated. You and your family are welcome back anytime.

Tadora’s place was perfect for our family of 5. The kids enjoyed the pool and the layout with the outdoor sitting area was perfect. Tadora was very responsive and resolved all of our questions very quickly. Would highly recommend!

Host Response

Thank you so much for the kind review, Olivier! We’re thrilled your family enjoyed the pool and outdoor space. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we truly appreciate the recommendation. You’re welcome back anytime!

We truly enjoyed our stay. Tadora’s place was perfect for our family of 6. The house was very clean, the pool and outdoor area was beautiful and very enjoyable, and Tadora was extremely responsive with any questions we had. We all also enjoyed Juan’s private tours and butterfly dome!

Host Response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We take pleasure in accommodating families on their tours of Costa Rica! You have been exemplary guest and thank you so much. You are always welcome.

The hosts Tadora and Juan were very responsive and receptive to our requests and quick to solve any problems or issues. However the home itself was a major disappointment for our family. The setup of the home was not friendly for small children. There are three main rooms and each one is accessed from the patio via separate exterior doors. This wasn’t accurately described in the listing and caused us lots of stress during our stay due to our child wanting to open the doors to go between the rooms or out to the pool and always needing supervision to do so. The living room area is very small and the stone counter is the perfect height for a toddler to smack their head on, the bathrooms are small, the toilets had a hard time flushing, and the washing machine is extremely difficult to use without any instructions (must manually fill the tub with the hose and has a separate drum for a spin cycle - I’ve never seen a washer like it). The location isn’t very convenient to tours or town.

Host Response

Hi Alyssa, Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your stay didn’t meet your expectations. Our goal is always to provide a comfortable experience, and we’re happy that you found us responsive and helpful during your visit. Regarding the layout, the listing photos clearly show that the rooms are separate and accessed via exterior doors. Many guests appreciate the unique layout, but we understand it may not be ideal for all families. As for the washing machine, it is a common model here in Costa Rica, where manual filling is standard in many homes. Most guests have used it without issue, but we appreciate your suggestion to provide clearer instructions. We also want to address the dryer situation. The appliance was overloaded with heavy wet towels, which unfortunately caused the belt to break. We responded and repaired it immediately to minimize the inconvenience. The bathrooms are standard size for homes in this area, with the secondary bathroom actually being quite spacious. The kitchen island and living room are also accurately represented in the listing photos, and many guests find them to be well-sized. We encourage all guests to review the listing thoroughly, including photos and descriptions, to ensure the space fits their needs. We’re sorry the setup wasn’t what you expected, but we feel the rating doesn’t fully reflect the effort we put into resolving your concerns quickly and professionally. We wish you all the best in your future travels.

We(family of 5) have stayed in many Airbnbs and this one was the best! The house is about 15 min from La Fortuna in a remote area but we never felt unsafe. A few neighbors and a mini-super about 3 minute drive away. Indoor: Great kitchen with all of the amenities we needed. GREAT filtered water that will save you time and $ instead of going to one of the markets. The bedrooms were separated so you have to go outside to get to the kitchen and other bedrooms but this was not an issue for us at all. Bathrooms were excellent and clean. Shower water was warm and comfortable. Outdoor: This is the best part of the house. Tall fence surrounds the house that gives you privacy and security. The pool is excellent. Our kids swam a ton! Also, the outdoor kitchen is excellent. Great couch seating area, dining and bar area with a TV. Juan the caretaker is excellent. Be sure to take his butterfly and sloth tours! He is very passionate about his work. Pura vida! Stay here people.

Host Response

Thank you, Tony for the wonderful and detailed review! You and your family are welcome back anytime!

First and foremost, the house is clean and secure. The house is exactly as described except I don’t remember reading that it is three separate rooms. As an American I had not seen this set up before. This may be important if you have young kids. My 9 year old didn’t want to sleep in a completely separate “house”. The yard and pool is beautiful. The area is quiet but still close to all the activities we did. I would recommend staying here. We enjoyed hanging out in the living area playing board games and having dinner. The place is small though so there aren’t enough chairs to sit and eat at a kitchen table or counter.

Host Response

Thank you so much for your great review! I will definitely make those changes in the listing so that people are a little more aware about the separate entrances. You and your family were great. You are welcome back anytime!

Peaceful remote location away from town, of La Fortuna, near the end of a dead end gravel road, so you will need a car. The indoor and outdoor space perfect for families with a beautiful pool area and outdoor living area with kitchen, fans and lots of sitting space. Kitchen has everything, just bring food and drinks. Beautiful yard with flowers and birds. Pura Vida! Communication with host was very easy and quickly responds. Her co host Juan was very resourceful for tours.

Host Response

Thank you very much, Sylvia! You’re welcome welcome back anytime

This private, Walt compound is perfect for a getaway. Having two separate bedrooms with separate doors and kitchen/living room with another separate door was amazing. The courtyard is beautiful the lawn and the trees and the birds are beautiful and the pool was fantastic as well as the covered pool house. A little slice of heaven. You may want to consider having a car with a little bit of clearance to get up the driveway. But otherwisereally thrilled with the stay.

Host Response

Thank you very much, Matte. You are welcome back anytime!

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